They include cucurbits (squash, cucumbers, zucchini, melons, watermelons etc.) and nightshades (tomatoes, potatoes, peppers, eggplants etc.). Phosphorus is especially important for their cultivation, while too much nitrogen makes the energy go into their leaves and makes them less resistant to diseases and pests. The best fertilizer for cucurbits is barn manure, while for nightshades it […]
