The translations of habitude from French to other languages presented in this section have been obtained through automatic statistical translation; where the essential translation unit is the word Â«habitudeÂ» in French.
#47 Plant's mineral requirements and fertilisers. Plant is in need for mineral ions to control chemical activities, grow, and produce materials. The most important minerals are Magnesium ions and Nitrates. Plants need minerals for healthy growth.
You'll even find some labeled for specific plants, such as orchids. Most house plants need a balanced fertilizer such as a 10-10-10 formula. In addition to nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium, plants need small amounts of other nutrients, or trace minerals -- called micronutrients.You'll find some of these minerals, such as calcium, magnesium, and sulfur in good-quality potting mixes. And even smaller quantities of copper, iron, and zinc.ertilizer spikes (at left) work the same way, but are inserted into the soil. Push spikes fairly deeply into the soil near the edge of the pot to avoid damaging the plant's roots. Although the roots are responsible for taking in nutrients, the leaves can also absorb them.