Abstract:
A comprehensive approach to nutrient management will help you ensure availability of optimum levels of nutrients for tree growth. Components of a comprehensive nutrient management strategy include:
• Soil analysis before planting (useful in predicting the
need for potassium, magnesium, or lime applications)
• Observations of annual shoot growth, leaf size and color, and crop yields
• Leaf analysis (to indicate which elements are present in adequate, deficient, or excessive amounts)
• Soil test results in mature orchards
