How to use borofoska correctly: this popular mineral fertilizer – can it be sprinkled on any soil

26.12.2023 12:33

Borofoska belongs to the category of mineral fertilizers, which are characterized by high efficiency and long-lasting action.

Some summer residents believe that it can be sprinkled on all types of soil and any crops.

But is this really true and can this fertilizer benefit all plants?

Let's turn to the recommendations of the expert of the online publication "Belnovosti" and agronomist Anastasia Kovrizhnykh.

When is it better to apply borofoska

This fertilizer contains calcium, potassium, phosphorus, magnesium and boron - one of the important characteristics of borofoska is that it does not contain nitrogen.

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Therefore, this is a good long-acting fertilizer for autumn digging – it is suitable for almost any type of soil except for excessively dry and alkaline soil.

But this fertilizer does not have the so-called “explosive effect” that many gardeners expect.

Previously, we wrote about which plants should not be fed with ash.

Dmitry Liskovich Author: Dmitry Liskovich Internet resource editor

Anastasia Kovrizhnykh Expert: Anastasia KovrizhnykhExpert / Belnovosti