Nutrient Level | |||
Sampling time and nutrient | Deficient | Intermediate | Sufficient |
Early season (pre-bulbing) |
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Total N, % | 4 | 4-5 | 5 |
PO4-P, ppm | 2000 | 2000-3000 | 3000 |
Soluble K, % | 3 | 3-4 | 4 |
Midseason (bulbing) |
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Total N, % | 3 | 3-4 | 4 |
PO4-P, ppm | 2000 | 2000-3000 | 3000 |
Soluble K, % | 2 | 2-3 | 3 |
Late season (post-bulbing) |
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Total N, % | 2 | 2-3 | 3 |
PO4-P, ppm | 2000 | 2000-3000 | 3000 |
Soluble K, % | 1 | 1-2 | 2 |
Plant Part to sample is the newest fully elongated leaf blade.
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