Macronutrients, micronutrients and trace elements

Cannabis requires a range of macronutrients and trace elements to grow healthily and produce a bountiful harvest. Each of these nutrients plays an important role in the plant's cycle - we explain which ones.

Analysis of Love Living Soil:
  1. Total nitrogen (N) 3%
    Phosphate (P2O5) 3%
    Potassium (K2O) 3%
    Magnesium (MgO) 3%
    Calcium (CaO) 8%
    Sulphur (S) 2 %
    + Trace elements
Macronutrients

  • Nitrogen (N):

    Promotes vegetative growth, especially the development of leaves and stems. Nitrogen is crucial for photosynthesis and the production of chlorophyll. Cannabis needs a lot of nitrogen, especially during the growth phase, as the plant mainly produces leaf mass during this phase.

  • Phosphorus (P):

    Supports the development of roots, flowers and fruits. Phosphorus is important for the energy transfer within the plant and the formation of DNA. The need for phosphorus increases particularly during the flowering phase to support flower formation.

  • Potassium (K):

     Regulates water balance and strengthens the plant's immune system. Potassium also promotes resistance to disease and stress (eg heat or drought). During both the growth and flowering phases, cannabis needs sufficient potassium for general health and flower formation.

 

Secondary macronutrients

  • Calcium (Ca):

    Strengthens cell walls and supports root growth. Calcium plays a role in the absorption of other nutrients and protects against stress. Necessary for general plant health, especially in the root area and in the structure of the cells.

  • Magnesium (Mg):

    Central element for chlorophyll production and thus for photosynthesis. Magnesium also helps with nutrient absorption. A deficiency often shows itself in yellowing leaves, as photosynthesis is disrupted.

  • Sulfur (S):

    Important component of amino acids and proteins. Sulfur also supports chlorophyll production and promotes general growth. Necessary in moderate amounts for growth and flower formation.

Trace elements

  • Iron (Fe) :

    Important for enzyme function and the formation of chlorophyll. Iron deficiency often leads to yellow leaves. Necessary in small amounts, but essential for healthy photosynthesis.

  • Zinc (Zn):

    Supports plant hormone production and stem elongation. Zinc is also important for enzyme function. Essential for healthy growth, especially during the growing season.

  • Copper (Cu):

    Involved in photosynthesis, protein production and root development. Required in tiny amounts but important for overall plant health.

  • Manganese (Mn):

     Important for photosynthesis and nitrogen utilization in the plant. Supports enzyme functions and is required in small amounts.

  • Boron (B):

    Strengthens cell walls and helps with calcium absorption. Boron is also important for flower formation. Small amounts support the overall health of the plant.

  • Molybdenum (Mo):

    Helps the plant to use nitrogen efficiently by activating enzymes that convert nitrogen into a usable form. Required in very small amounts, but essential for nitrogen utilization.

  • Chlorine (Cl):

    Important for photosynthesis and the water balance of the plant. Necessary in small quantities to regulate water transport.

  • Cobalt (Co):

    Essential for soil microorganisms that support nitrogen fixation. Cobalt promotes the activity of these microbes, which in turn improve nutrient availability in the soil. Required in minimal amounts but can promote overall plant health.

  • Selenium (Se):

     Provides antioxidant protection and can increase the plant's resistance to stress. Selenium helps protect the plant from UV radiation and other environmental influences. Not an essential nutrient, but can be beneficial in small amounts.

Summary :

Macronutrients (N, P, K) are the basic nutrients that cannabis needs in large quantities for growth, flowering and general health.
Secondary macronutrients (Ca, Mg, S) support the structure and nutrient uptake of the plant.
Trace elements (Fe, Zn, Cu, Mn, B, Mo, Cl, Co, Se) are needed in much smaller amounts, but are essential for special functions such as enzyme reactions, hormone production and cell formation.
A balanced supply of nutrients like that found in Love Living Soil is the key to a healthy and productive cannabis plant.
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