What is Liquid Fertilizer? How is it Applied?

Liquid fertilizers are types of fertilizers that contain the nutrients that plants need for growth and development in dissolved form, and can be mixed with water or applied directly. They usually contain micronutrients along with basic macronutrients such as nitrogen (N), phosphorus (P), and potassium (K). They are preferred because they are fast-acting and easy to apply.

How Often is Liquid Fertilizer Applied?

The frequency of application of liquid fertilizers varies depending on the type of plant, development period, soil structure, and environmental conditions. In general:

Vegetables and fruits: can be applied every 10-15 days.

Flowers and ornamental plants: can be applied every 2-3 weeks.

Lawn areas: can be applied every 3-4 weeks.
Manufacturer recommendations should be followed for application instructions.

What are the Advantages of Liquid Fertilizers?

Fertilizer is a plant nutrient applied from the soil or leaves that meets the needs of plants. Fertilizers have many benefits on products. Some of the benefits of liquid fertilizers are as follows;

Fast Effect: Since nutrients are in liquid form, they are quickly absorbed by plants.

Equal Distribution: When mixed with water, it can be applied homogeneously to the soil or leaves.

Easy Application: It can be applied with both drip irrigation and spraying systems.

Controlled Feeding: The dose can be adjusted according to the needs of the plant.

Water Saving: When used with drip irrigation systems, it minimizes water and fertilizer loss.

How are Liquid Fertilizers Applied?

Soil Application: Liquid fertilizer is mixed with water and applied to the root area via drip irrigation or manual irrigation. The roots of the plant quickly absorb the nutrients.

Leaf Application (Spraying): Liquid fertilizer can be applied to the leaf surface with the help of a spray. This method ensures that nutrients are taken from the leaves and has a rapid effect.

How Should Drip Irrigation Be in Liquid Fertilizer?

Dosage: Fertilizer should be mixed with water in proportions according to the manufacturer's instructions. In general, 10-20 ml of fertilizer is added to 1 liter of water.

Application Time: It should be applied early in the morning or in the evening. This prevents evaporation and plant burns.

Frequency: It should be applied at regular intervals in accordance with irrigation times.

How Should Liquid Fertilizer Be Sprayed?

Dosage Adjustment: Liquid fertilizer should be diluted in appropriate proportions (5-10 ml fertilizer in 1 liter of water).

Application Equipment: It should be applied as a fine mist with the help of a backpack pump or spraying device.

Timing: It should be applied in the morning or evening hours to cover the underside and top of the leaf. Hours when the sun is at its highest should be avoided.

Things to Consider: Application should not be made on days when rain is expected, because the fertilizer can be easily washed away.