Veet 13-6-48 Plus
The Power of Potassium for Better Fruits
VEET 13-6-48
Composition
Nitrogen: 13%
Phosphorus: 6%
Potassium: 48%
Application Rate
3–5 kg / feddan in drip irrigation systems.
6–10 kg / feddan in flood irrigation systems.
NPK 13-6-48 Suspension Fertilizer – The Power of Potassium for Better Fruits
NPK 13-6-48 suspension fertilizer is considered one of the high-potassium compound fertilizers. It contains 13% nitrogen, 6% phosphorus, and 48% potassium. This balanced formula makes it the ideal choice during the later stages of plant growth to enhance flowering and improve fruit quality.
Formula Components
- Nitrogen 13%: stimulates vegetative growth and increases chlorophyll production.
- Phosphorus 6%: supports strong root formation, cell division, and energy transfer.
- Potassium 48%: the most important element for improving fruit size and quality, and increasing plant resistance to diseases and environmental stress.
Effects on the Plant
- Increased flowering and fruiting: ideal for the stage before flowering and fruiting.
- Improved fruit quality: larger, sweeter fruits with longer shelf life.
- Stronger roots and stems: reduces the risk of plant lodging.
- Enhanced plant resistance: improves the plant’s ability to face diseases and harsh conditions.
- The compound also has an acidic effect on the irrigation solution, helping achieve better nutrient absorption under different soil conditions.
- It is highly efficient under different irrigation systems because it has high solubility and is easy to absorb.
Mode of Action Inside the Plant
1. Absorption: nutrients enter through the roots from the soil or irrigation solution.
2. Internal transport: nutrients move through the vascular system to the leaves and fruits.
3. Direct effect:
- Nitrogen → balanced vegetative growth.
- Phosphorus → strong roots and energy for growth.
- Potassium → improved fruit quality and increased stress resistance.
4. Final result: a strong plant, abundant production, and high-quality fruits.
Practical Uses
- Fruit crops: such as tomatoes, cucumbers, and fruits, for fruit sizing and taste improvement.
- Tuber crops: such as potatoes, to increase tuber size and starch accumulation.
- Palm trees and other crops: during the ripening stage to ensure fruit quality.
Usage Tips
- Fertilize in the morning or evening to avoid midday heat.
- Irrigate the plant before fertilization to avoid stress.
- Follow the recommended rates according to the plant type and age.
In short, NPK 13-6-48 fertilizer is the ideal solution for obtaining larger fruits, better taste, longer storage ability, and a strong plant that can tolerate difficult conditions.