{"id":87119,"date":"2022-05-04T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2022-05-03T22:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.growbarato.net\/blog\/importance-p-k-fertilizers\/"},"modified":"2024-09-30T16:07:39","modified_gmt":"2024-09-30T14:07:39","slug":"importance-p-k-fertilizers","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.gbthegreenbrand.com\/blog\/importance-p-k-fertilizers\/","title":{"rendered":"The importance of PK Fertilizers"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>The <strong>basis of marijuana plant nutrition<\/strong> lies in three fundamental elements that the soil needs to develop: nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium (NPK). The combination of these three macronutrients forms the foundation of the fertilizers available in the market, enabling plants to thrive during their different stages. In this specific case, we will focus on <strong>PK fertilizers<\/strong> and their role in marijuana cultivation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_85 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6a34cd95a11e3\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Contenido<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-cssicon\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6a34cd95a11e3\"  \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gbthegreenbrand.com\/blog\/importance-p-k-fertilizers\/#What_is_PK_fertilizer\" >What is PK fertilizer?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gbthegreenbrand.com\/blog\/importance-p-k-fertilizers\/#When_to_start_using_PK_fertilizer\" >When to start using PK fertilizer?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gbthegreenbrand.com\/blog\/importance-p-k-fertilizers\/#Types_of_PK_fertilizers\" >Types of PK fertilizers<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gbthegreenbrand.com\/blog\/importance-p-k-fertilizers\/#Chemical_Fertilizers\" >Chemical Fertilizers<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gbthegreenbrand.com\/blog\/importance-p-k-fertilizers\/#Organic_Fertilizers\" >Organic Fertilizers<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gbthegreenbrand.com\/blog\/importance-p-k-fertilizers\/#How_to_use_PK_fertilizer\" >How to use PK fertilizer?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_PK_fertilizer\"><\/span><strong>What is PK fertilizer?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Specifically, PK refers to the ratio of the chemical elements <strong>Phosphorus (P) and Potassium (K)<\/strong>, which are the core of <strong>products used to fatten marijuana buds<\/strong>. These elements are crucial for several reasons:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Phosphorus<\/strong> is linked to the <strong>production of resin and seeds during the flowering phase<\/strong>, while during the <strong>growth stage, it aids in photosynthesis<\/strong>. High phosphorus concentrations in these products are vital to ensure proper metabolism in our strains.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Potassium<\/strong>, during the <strong>growth phase, helps develop strong roots and stems<\/strong>; while in <strong>flowering, it boosts terpene and essential oil formation<\/strong>, enhancing the flavor intensity of the plants. This leads to <strong>lush, high-quality flowers<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_to_start_using_PK_fertilizer\"><\/span><strong>When to start using PK fertilizer?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Knowing the <strong>right time to start using a PK booster<\/strong> is a question many growers ask. It&#8217;s important to understand the exact period to apply it to <strong>enhance bud growth<\/strong>, including its size and weight, as well as resin and aromatic terpene production.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>PK additives should be introduced when the first buds appear<\/strong> during the flowering stage, as this is when the plants stop growing and focus on bud production and fattening. However, for this to happen, it&#8217;s essential to have provided good nutrition during the growth phase to ensure the marijuana plants have a <strong>strong, well-formed structure<\/strong> to support the buds on their branches.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/www.growbarato.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/abono-pk-para-que-sirve.jpg\" alt=\"What PK fertilizer is used for\" class=\"wp-image-154392\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.gbthegreenbrand.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/abono-pk-para-que-sirve.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.gbthegreenbrand.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/abono-pk-para-que-sirve-300x135.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.gbthegreenbrand.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/abono-pk-para-que-sirve-768x346.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>However, if you&#8217;re looking for an <strong>exact week<\/strong> to begin adding your bud booster, this <strong>will vary depending on the PK levels of each fertilizer<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Generally, <strong>fertilizers and flowering stimulants, as well as boosters and other nutrient additives, can be applied starting from the second week of flowering<\/strong>. If the PK booster <strong>has high PK levels<\/strong>, it should be used in the final flowering phase.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These <strong>PK boosters<\/strong> help produce <strong>plenty of resin- and terpene-rich buds<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Types_of_PK_fertilizers\"><\/span><strong>Types of PK fertilizers<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There are many brands on the market focused on increasing the productivity of our marijuana plants. All these fertilizers can be <strong>divided into two main categories<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Chemical_Fertilizers\"><\/span><strong>Chemical Fertilizers<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Chemical fertilizers<\/strong> are <strong>mineral-based<\/strong> and primarily produced by the fertilizer industry. These products <strong>come in solid or liquid form<\/strong> and are popular among novice growers who want large yields from their first crop.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This type of fertilizer is also <strong>widely used<\/strong> by commercial growers, as they <strong>increase bud size significantly<\/strong> and quickly. Notable products include <a href=\"https:\/\/www.growbarato.net\/fertilizantes-atami\/610-bloombastic-atami-engorde-revienta-cogollos.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Bloombastic<\/a> by Atami. One of the most in-demand chemical fertilizers is <a href=\"https:\/\/www.growbarato.net\/boom-nutrients\/2757-big-boom-pk-52-34.html#\/capacidad-50_g\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Big Boom PK 52-34<\/strong><\/a>, which contains high phosphorus and potassium levels, <strong>doubling bud thickness<\/strong> at harvest.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Organic_Fertilizers\"><\/span><strong>Organic Fertilizers<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Organic fertilizers<\/strong> are made from <strong>animal or plant-based sources<\/strong> and are the most popular for home cultivation. They are typically made from <strong>composted waste<\/strong>, rich in nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium, and trace elements. These fertilizers stimulate plants to produce more terpenes and sugars, increasing bud size while maintaining proportional density. Leading brands include <a href=\"https:\/\/www.growbarato.net\/84-biobizz\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">fertilizers <strong>Biobizz<\/strong><\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.growbarato.net\/129-top-crop\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Top Crop<\/strong><\/a>, with products like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.growbarato.net\/biobizz\/165-bio-bloom-base-floracion.html#\/capacidad-500_ml\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Bio Bloom<\/strong><\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.growbarato.net\/top-crop\/3505-top-bud.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Top Bud<\/strong><\/a>, both <strong>100% natural fertilizers for fattening buds<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_use_PK_fertilizer\"><\/span><strong>How to use PK fertilizer?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>As mentioned earlier, bud fattening fertilizers should be introduced at the <strong>beginning of the flowering phase<\/strong>. This timing can vary between the <strong>2nd, 3rd, or 4th weeks<\/strong>, depending on the manufacturer and PK concentration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>For proper use<\/strong>, it&#8217;s best to follow the <strong>manufacturer\u2019s guidelines<\/strong> precisely. Generally, a PK-rich booster should be applied <strong>once a week<\/strong> in one watering, as these are <strong>highly concentrated products<\/strong> that need time to be metabolized. In some cases, you can <strong>increase the dosage frequency<\/strong>, but this depends on the manufacturer. This practice also <strong>prevents over-fertilization<\/strong> without harming the crop at the last moment.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/www.growbarato.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/abono-pk-engorde.jpg\" alt=\"PK fertilizer for bud fattening\" class=\"wp-image-154387\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.gbthegreenbrand.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/abono-pk-engorde.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.gbthegreenbrand.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/abono-pk-engorde-300x135.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.gbthegreenbrand.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/abono-pk-engorde-768x346.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s important to note that not all PK fertilizers deliver the same results for every grower. It&#8217;s <strong>crucial<\/strong> to consider each grower&#8217;s experience, as well as the <strong>substrate and pH and EC regulation<\/strong> of the irrigation water, like with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.growbarato.net\/boom-nutrients\/2757-big-boom-pk-52-34.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Big Boom<\/a>, to fully utilize the product&#8217;s potential.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>[ppgbo product=&#8221;2757&#8243; language=&#8221;en&#8221;]<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Finally, it\u2019s essential to always perform a <strong>final root flush<\/strong> in the last weeks of flowering to ensure clean, high-quality buds and to eliminate any fertilizer residues.<\/p>\n<div style='text-align:center' class='yasr-auto-insert-visitor'><\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The basis of marijuana plant nutrition lies in three fundamental elements that the soil needs to develop: nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium (NPK). The combination of these three macronutrients forms the foundation of the fertilizers available in the market, enabling plants to thrive during their different stages. In this specific case, we will focus on PK\u2026 <span class=\"leermas\" onclick=\"window.location.href='https:\/\/www.gbthegreenbrand.com\/blog\/importance-p-k-fertilizers\/'\">Continue reading<\/span ><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":18,"featured_media":154398,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"wprm-recipe-roundup-name":"","wprm-recipe-roundup-description":"","yasr_overall_rating":0,"yasr_post_is_review":"","yasr_auto_insert_disabled":"","yasr_review_type":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[253,251,285],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-87119","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-tips-on-how-to-grow","category-product-analysis","category-tips"],"yasr_visitor_votes":{"stars_attributes":{"read_only":false,"span_bottom":false},"number_of_votes":19,"sum_votes":82},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.gbthegreenbrand.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/87119","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.gbthegreenbrand.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.gbthegreenbrand.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.gbthegreenbrand.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/18"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.gbthegreenbrand.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=87119"}],"version-history":[{"count":12,"href":"https:\/\/www.gbthegreenbrand.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/87119\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":177667,"href":"https:\/\/www.gbthegreenbrand.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/87119\/revisions\/177667"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.gbthegreenbrand.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/154398"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.gbthegreenbrand.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=87119"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.gbthegreenbrand.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=87119"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.gbthegreenbrand.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=87119"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}