The Garden Bug: Soil Nutrients

By Brenda Weaver

Carbon, hydrogen, nitrogen, oxygen, phosphorus and potassium are the primary nutrients needed in the soil for healthy and productive plant growth. Calcium, magnesium, and sulfur are needed in lesser amounts. Boron, chlorine, copper, iron, manganese, molybdenum, and zinc are needed in trace amounts. Some plants may also need cobalt, nickel, silicon, sodium, and vanadium.

Sources: www.almanac.com and agrilifeextension.tamu.edu