N, P, and K are the periodic chart symbols for Nitrogen, Phosphorus and Potassium. These three elements are the primary macronutrients for plant growth and are the main elements compound fertilisers will contain. Secondary macronutrients are Calcium (Ca), Sulfur (S) and Magnesium (Mg).
Synonyms
N-P-K
Nitrogen, Phosphorus and Potassium
NPK
Abbreviation
NPK
Glossary Term Name
Legacy NID
1204
Legacy VID
1979