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when theres a drought, plants are stripped from the key nutrients that are essential to keep them alive. When given fertilizers, however, they are provided with the nutrients and have a longer life span, even in drought...if its not too late.
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Do fertilizers extend plant life during drought?
Fertilizers should not be applied during drought as this will lead to burning of the roots. The plants to be fed should be watered copiously well before fertilizer is applied an watering continued afterwards.
Do fertilizers extent plant life during drought?
Fertilisers are only available to plants when moisture is available so it is not worthwhile feeding if adequate irrigation is not available.
Does the stomata close during drought?
The stomata will mostly close during drought. The stomata are responsible for the storage of water in plants. The opening and closing of the stomata regulates the amount of water in plants.
What happens to crops if there are no rains?
During drought plants will wither (or dry out)
Why do plants droop during a drought but become firm after a rain?
Because water makes the plants firm.
Are fertilizers good for plants?
Fertilizers are only good for plants if a suitable amount of them are given. Too much fertilizers are harmful too plants too!
How does cost of organic fertilizers available in the market affect the growth of plants?
Although organic fertilizers are costlier than chemical fertilizers, the growth of the plants with organic fertilizers is more harmonious.
Which plants had the most requirements for fertilizers and pesticides native or non native?
native plants had most requirements of fertilizers and pesticides.
Fertilizers provide plants with what?
nitrogen
What do fertilizers provide plants with?
Nitrogen
Why do people water plants?
To save plants from drought
Why are there so few drought tolerant plants?
There are actually tons of drought tolerant plants - you just need to look harder.
