Nutrient Deficiencies
About Nutrient Deficiencies
Plants deficient with one or more macro or micronutrients. Soils low in nutrients levels. High pH soils cause some nutrients, such as iron and magnesium, to be chemically tied up with soil particles – unavailable for plant uptake. Soil or tissue analysis (lab) is often needed for accurate diagnosis. Nitrogen Deficiency: overall decrease in vigor, entire tissue of older leaves becomes chlorotic. Phosphorus Deficiency: leaf veins purple, small distorted leaves, older leaves may turn purple, fewe
Nutrient Deficiencies is an abiotic disorder — a non-living, environmental cause of plant damage — commonly encountered in Middle Tennessee, including Columbia, Thompson's Station, Spring Hill, and the surrounding areas. This entry is part of our Abiotic Disorders Library.
Unlike diseases caused by fungi or bacteria, abiotic disorders cannot be treated with pesticides. Correct diagnosis is essential — our UT Certified horticulturist can evaluate your lawn or landscape and recommend the right corrective action.
Quick Facts
- Common Name
- Nutrient Deficiencies
- Type
- Abiotic Disorder (Non-Living Cause)
- Region
- Middle Tennessee
