Advantages

• Chemical fertilizers makes plants healthier and work well in poor soil conditions. These fertilizers aid in resisting bugs and disease. They are affordable because of their widespread use due to fast, proven results.
  
  

Ingredients

• Chemical fertilizer ingredients include nitrogen, a necessary nutrient for plants; phosphorus, which helps fight plant disease and aids in seed and root growth; and potassium that helps plants become resistant to germs and assists in root growth.
  
  

Types

• There are two kinds of chemical fertilizers--quick release and slow release.
  
  

Usage

• Chemical fertilizers should be applied in small quantities in quick succession. Only use the necessary measurement of fertilizer; follow product directions.
  
  

Warning

• Chemical fertilizers sometimes contain materials that can cause breathing problems or burning to the skin. When working with fertilizer, take proper precautions by wearing gloves and a mask that covers your face.