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When it comes to growing strong, vibrant plants, NPK—nitrogen (N), phosphorus (P), and potassium (K)—is at the heart of plant nutrition. These three macronutrients play unique, complementary roles in supporting healthy growth across different plant species, from lush green foliage to bountiful vegetables.   The Role of Each Nutrient   1. Nitrogen (N): Fuel for Green Growth Nitrogen is the powerhouse behind leafy growth, stimulating lush, vibrant foliage. It’s essential for photosynthesis. For leafy vegetables like lettuce and spinach, a steady nitrogen supply is especially important to encourage strong, healthy leaves.   2. Phosphorus (P): Root and Flower Development Phosphorus...

The rainy season is a gardener’s paradise, offering the perfect conditions for a flourishing garden. In this first part of our series, we’ll explore the best herbs and vegetables to plant during the rainy season to ensure a bountiful harvest.Best Vegetables to Plant1. Leafy GreensLeafy greens thrive in the moist, cool conditions of the rainy season. They are easy to grow and can be harvested multiple times. Some excellent choices include:- Spinach: Spinach grows quickly and is rich in vitamins.- Lettuce: A variety of lettuces can be planted for a continuous supply of fresh, crisp leaves.- Kale: This hardy green...

Growing your first tomato can be quite challenging. But it's definitely rewarding if you start right. Finding the appropriate medium for growing most vegetables and other crops is the fundamental factor for success. Imagine immersing your hand in a velvety kind of soil, feel its feathery weight and nourishing richness as it rolls down your palms. That's what your growing plant needs, and that's what we have! Not only that our patented Soil Depot True Loam is a Nitrogen-rich compost mixed with vermicast, coco coir, river sand, and clay. It also nourishes plants from seeds to their mature form by...

Plant Name: Chili (Capsicum sp.) Chili, one of the kitchen commodities that always have an upward spike, is an ingredient that most of the Filipinos love. Especially for people who are used to having "tiltilan," chili will always be present. Chili is one of the most colorful fruits, and it is also widely varied in terms of taste. Chili fruits come in hues of red, yellow, green, purple and even black. But their colors don't exactly indicate the level of spice that they have. Here are some of the health benefits that chili has hidden behind its pop flavor. Capsaicin,...

Plant Name: Okra (Abelmoschus esculentus)Okra is one of the rarely loved vegetables out there because of its sliminess. But I hope by reading this blog, you'll reconsider eating it and growing your own!Okra is a very unique vegetable because it has protein content, which most of the other vegetables do not have. It is also a good source of Vitamin C, which helps build a strong immune system to fight illnesses. A very important Vitamin in blood clotting, Vitamin K is also contained in these green pods. Aside from these, okra is low in calories but high in antioxidants which...