Potassium Nitrate 500g

Potassium Nitrate (KNO3) contains 13.9% nitrogen (N) and 38.7% potassium (K) It is used as a source of Potassium and Nitrogen in planted aquariums, hydroponics and horticulture. Both nitrogen and potassium are macro nutrients – essential for healthy plant growth.

Potassium (K): plants require huge amounts of potassium for growth. Important in protein synthesis, and helps plants to metabolise iron. Usually deficient in aquariums. Ideal level varies, but is around 5-10 ppm.

Nitrogen (N): An essential part of all living cells. Must be present for protein synthesis. Nitrogen is an important part of chlorophyll (the green pigment in plants). Nitrogen is usually provided to plants in the form of nitrate, and is usually deficient in tap water, where it is considered a contaminant. Aquarium plants require about 5-10 ppm nitrate for adequate growth.

500g packet

PLEASE NOTE: There is a legal requirement to limit individual shipping weights for this product to 1Kg per order. If larger quantities are required, please contact us first.