June 2014

  • This brochure explains the nutrients required for plants and where they come from. It relates nutrients plants need to the elements we need in our bodies. It is written in simple, easy to understand language – making it a valuable resource for anyone studying biology or nutrition.

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  • The 3 main nutrients are N, P, K. Fertilizer nutrients are natural and come from the earth.

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  • An experiment that has students stretch hosiery over the rim of a baby food jar and after adding soil and grass seeds. Students create Soil Sammy – the grass becomes hair. Older students can experiment with fertilizer, soil types and water balance.

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  • Print and post this colourful poster to help illustrate the importance of replacing soil nutrients after each harvest.

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