Nutrients

N Nitrogen
P Phosphorus
K Potassium
Mg Magnesium
Ca Calcium
S Sulphur
B Boron
Cu Copper
Fe Iron
Mn Manganese

Carrots - Chlorosis

Symptoms
Young leaves are chlorotic while older leaflets look flaccid and bend down.

Reasons
Manganese deficiency

Manganese deficiency made worse by

  • Organic soils
  • Sandy soils
  • High pH
  • Cold wet periods
  • Fluffy soils

Manganese is important for

  • Nitrate reduction
  • Photosynthesis
  • Protein synthesis
  • Maintains strong growth and development
  • Moderate requirement