Is Nitrogen Good For Plants?

Yes, nitrogen is essential for plant growth and an important nutrient for plant health. It is a component of many essential molecules, such as proteins, DNA, and chlorophyll. Nitrogen is a macronutrient, meaning that plants require large amounts of it to grow properly. Nitrogen helps plants produce lush foliage, increases leaf size, and stimulates vegetative growth.

Just like water, too much of a good thing can be a detriment.  If a plant is not getting enough nitrogen, the leaves will start to turn yellow or fall off.  These signs can be attributed to other causes such as not enough (or too much) water, pests, or sunlight.  Gardeners need to monitor what is happening and can perform a soil test to determine the current level of nitrogen. How can you give your plants more Nitrogen?  You can go to the store and buy Nitrogen rich fertilizer or if you have recently received a perishable shipment with Enviro Ice you can simply thaw, dilute, and use this formula as plant food.