A Beginners Guide: Nutrient Deficiency

[@WmTyndale]

Beautiful presentation. The explanation of "mobile", "immobile" nutrients and how this affects the progression of the deficiency is the key for diagnosis. Missing almost everywhere else.

[@angelaberni8873]

Your video was exactly what I desperately needed. A million thank yous for your excellent explanations. Even I,a mere novice,can fully understand precisely what you mean. Top marks !!!

[@tashinesempire6129]

I've seen alot of comments stating that images should have been added. Though that would have been a plus I understood everything. I believe this video was for persons who already have some basic understanding of how the deficiency looks and just wanted to match them to the specific nutrient. Being a college student, I get overwhelmed with slideshow so the talking was refreshing to me. Creator, please ignore the negative comments.

[@kaseyzeltinger7538]

Sir, this is by far one of the most comprehensive videos I have watched in this subject, and I watch from the ol' Cajun farmer (passed away now) to that fast talking Everest guy.

[@naturalgardeningagricolture]

I simply dont have the words to express my impression. This is the real deal.

[@carchuleta54]

As I watched, I paused your video and went out to the garden and saw two maybe three deficiencies. Thanks for taking the time to go in so much detail.

[@AntonFairfax]

This is the best video I’ve seen on this subject, so much detail about differentiating the types of deficiencies- thank you!

[@smittyjetson]

I agree. I would have also liked to hear how these deficiencies can be related to PH.

[@milliebatista7088]

extremely thorough & knowledgeable. just wish there were photos to accompany examples of the symptoms as you spoke. But, really quality info from a well spoken educator. Thank you!!!

[@Mulberrysmile]

A note: These deficiency symptoms can also be caused by root invading (root knot) nematodes that interfere with the uptake of all essential elements. This is one reason to change the plants you grow to a new place each season. Besides planting a nematode resistant crop, when you pull out an old plant, be sure to get as much root material as you can find if the plant was infested. Do not put those roots directly into compost. One can reduce nematode populations in the soil by spreading the soil out to be exposed to the sun. I do this with the infested plants I pull out, too. I hang them on a south facing fence. In places with bad infestations, it may be best to bring in new soil and restrict planting of susceptible plants to large pots. Continue planting non susceptible plants in the soil and over time the nematode population in that area will decline.

[@adenbuford7396]

Part of the first step should be to check and adjust the PH of the water along with adding the nutrient if applicable. Certain nutrients lock out at different levels of PH. A well run hydroponic system's PH should fluctiate within the appropiate range so specific nutrients can be optimally absorbed. Just adding more of a specific nutrient can lock out other nutrients.

[@highway1052]

Being new to hydroponics, this is a treasure of information. I did not know what was causing my lettuce to look sick but this explained it well.Thank you Ethan

[@chrisholbourn2793]

What a FANTASTIC video!!! I’m a seasoned gardener but I learned A LOT!! Thank you SO much for sharing your extensive knowledge.

[@ZipGrowInc]

You are most welcome Chris- Happy it helped. Be sure to subscribe if you haven't already so you don't miss any new content. Thanks for watching!

[@mysteryaction6927]

Perhaps a video on how pH effects deficiencies.

[@holdenrobbins852]

Yes, please!

[@maryanneswanberg7273]

Excellent video. I appreciate the clear explanation and even repetitiveness of this information throughout the video. As a self-taught gardener without lots of time to study this it was very helpful to me. Thanks

[@stevemc7211]

A lot of people here commenting on the lack of photos - not necessarily wrong - but this was indeed helpful. I'll agree that photos would be very helpful, or even better would be some real-world examples. I kept expecting him to pick up some of those plants on the table for reference, but they were hardly utilized.

[@menelson45]

THE best diagnosis and treatment video I've seen, very helpful.

[@fonegamer5050]

Thank you for not dumbing it down too much and differentiating between similar symptoms

[@michaelmaragh3919]

Ethan, your practical knowledge needs great photos and videos to make a classic presentation..

[@LiesGov]

he just wants to rant forever.

[@gregoryhelton2408]

What a great video!!!!! You are the best point blank!!!! Please keep up all the great works!!!!!!

[@Chaosweaver-1]

What if there was preexisting problems on lower leaves and new growth also has problems. It could either be mobile nutrient that's deficient or a new immobile problem that's an addition to whatever affecting lower leaves. Gets complicated.

[@ZipGrowInc]

Than ks for your question Andy. Mobile nutrient deficiencies will present their damage on the lower leaves as they pull the nutrients up to the growing tip. So you will see a healthy growing tip with damaged lower leaves. An immobile nutrient deficiency will present itself on the new growth of the plant and the lower leaves will remain healthy as the plant is unable to move the nutrients to the new growth. If you are seeing damage on both the lower leaves and the new growth, this could demonstrate a larger scale problem in the environmental conditions of your growing space. It's important to analyze your environmental conditions and water quality parameters such as pH and EC before deciding it is a specific nutrient deficiency. It is tricky to address this concern without photos or a deeper understanding of your growing environment; however, our video "Kemptville Greenhouse VPD Explained" may help you determine some next steps in solving your problem. Take a look👀- kzbin.info/www/bejne/mKbVo6pjep6cmJI

[@blingblong1]

excellent info i would enjoy seeing a pic to your side of a picture displaying the symptoms as you speak

[@stitch10123]

Thank you for your time

[@daleross2771]

I'm new to growing &&&& you don't show how much and the PH

[@anndixon0053]

Please let us know how to deal with it as well.

[@bebiereyes4530]

@@daleross2771 sweet

[@davidevans3175]

Best house plant video on KZbin. Finally some concrete information. Subbing now.

[@notimportant6506]

you talk alot, i wanna see alot of pictures while you are taling. i do like long video's with a complete explaining like you do. so plz be more awsome and add a ton of pictures

[@devonjefferson982]

Lol yes forreal

[@mrferris4379]

Visual aids can help in both getting information over better and keeping viewers attention.

[@pumpkineater_69557]

Glad you said it.

[@theones261]

yap too much blah! blah!

[@laurentmartinez7338]

Thank you !!! I was going to type the same thing !!!!

[@janiceb4679]

thanks for this video. I grow a traditional garden (soil), and have been looking for a video just like this one, to explain deficiencies in depth.

[@KimKim565]

Best guide I've seen so far..

[@gaylefriedman3773]

As you were explaining about heat, Florida is a Hot State. Plants are use to this weather. I use Nitro when my plants start losing their Lust of Green. Water is a must in Florida. It can keep your out door plants from drooping. Like you said: Too much Heat can take out Iron, Calcium. I don't over water. This also can cause loss of Growth Color. It starts to turn a darkish color of brown. I don't want this. There's age, can't help this matter! Thank You for your very important need to keep Plants Happy

[@accidentallyfasting5768]

This is one of the best videos out there on this topic, imo. I keep coming back to it.

[@Cronychristian]

It was a good summarised information, it clears almost all the queries about nutrient deficiency, It would be more useful if we could have look closer to the leaves

[@blackberryhillfarm941]

One of the best breakdowns on this critical subject!

[@BeHumanNotaZombie]

Super helpful video. Its well organized and not confusing like some of the others I've seen. Appreciate your knowledge and the way you shared it.

[@rashaidris8708]

The most informative video I've ever seen about nutrient deficiency. Thank you.

[@franciscogarcia-xt5wn]

Gotta give you credit you saved my Serrano and Habanero plants after a week my plants stopped turning yellow from the bottom up.

[@dorothyregazzi1737]

normally I watch several videos to correct or learn how to grow something or diagnose a problem. I find that your video is excellent. I do not need to go any further. I will however watch it again and write down what you have talked about. I will also go to my extension site and look for a chart. Thank You

[@8ank3r]

Such a good presentation, I feel like I just took a class. Gonna watch it again to make sure I have it locked in. Thanks for taking the time to make a thorough explanation of deficiencies. Two thumbs up!

[@ZipGrowInc]

Thank you, glad it was helpful!

[@MindBodyMuse]

Whew! That was a lot of great info! And yes, it’s a bit wordy... and I agree that side pics/vids of different plants with the same condition would be very helpful. In addition, a link to get that chart from the university would be nice and telling us what foods or natural sources offer nutrients other than just magnesium and iron. If it helps to know, some people have a sensitivity to higher voice pitches... You might consider using a mic that adds more base to your voice! That said, I really appreciate this video. Thanks fir the hard working efforts to keep us better informed!!

[@cindakush2411]

Imagine being asked to change your voice so others feel comfortable. Lol what ever man. This is KZbin not Vegas.

[@27kjh]

Very good explanation of the different deficiencies and thanks for showing the examples on the leaves.

[@ZipGrowInc]

Glad that it helps!

[@dalesteiner150]

Dude.....you are a master!!!!!!.....thanks for the education and helping me figure out some of my plants!!!!!!!!!!!

[@rajinnizam5800]

Hi, Very interesting article, I must say. My pimento is flowering, but the branchs' tips dying off. What must I do?

[@ZipGrowInc]

Hey Rajin, Usually this is because of overwatering or not enough Calcium as a result of overwatering, I would try letting the plant dry more between waterings and use an all purpose fertilizer, if it is in hydroponics consider increasing the Calcium Nitrate dosage

[@alexandertaves2730]

I don’t say this much... Very well done. Useful content that was presented very well. Informative and professional. Thanks mate!

[@HouseDadLife]

Great video, I've been looking for something like this for a while to help me with my grows, keep up the great work!

[@ZipGrowInc]

Awesome, thank you!

[@terriharrison2095]

My head is now exploding! Thanks!

[@MB-wi2wo]

Beginning hydroponics problem not addressed here: my lettuce is growing too fast, elongated big leaves, stretched out and falling over stalks looks nothing like a “head of lettuce” and very frail. Wilts if I look at it wrong. However roots are very clean and quite robust both air and water. Outdoor NFT , with about 40 % direct sun shade via white overhead corrugated panels. My inexperienced guess is that ambient temperature is too high, usually high 70s, but decent air flow. Humidity runs about 52 %. I’m pretty sure my nutrient formulation per volume is correct but not positive. Will look for nutrient diagnostic key as mentioned, otherwise any advise would be great. Thank you.

[@ZipGrowInc]

We are specialists in truly vertical growing systems so NFT is not our forte. However, we would recommend you look into your VPD (Vapor Pressure Deficit) to ensure the humidity and temperature is in range, and make sure there is enough aeration of the water and sufficient dissolved oxygen levels for nutrient transfer. If you want to try growing in towers instead we have lots of beginner references on our channel and our website for support. Towers with the Matrix Media system are a much more forgiving media and less risk of root rot. Hope this helps!

[@MB-wi2wo]

@@ZipGrowInc Yes it does, thank you.Towers are next!

[@keyboredkid]

Good presentation! I have used this info to successfully correct a magnesium deficiency. Thank you.

[@wolfweyr4990]

Best video on this topic. Period. Thank you.

[@wisecitizenry2844]

Best info with images at 8:00, man this guy can talk

[@honeybadger2801]

Thanks for the Very informative video. I learned more in this 1 video than countless other videos promoting the product of the day. Much Appreciated Mr.

[@danjf1]

Soil or Hydro - PH PH PH! and nice to know ppms/ec especially if your starting water is already in 300ppm range.

[@cnibu2012]

thanks sooo much! i have an aerogarden and all of a sudden my basil started turning yellow with tiny spots. theyhave been no help diagnosing what to do. now at least i have somewhere to start!!!!

[@GrowingDreams]

You mentioned “EC too high” at 17:34 when talking about what looks like calcium deficiency. What is EC?

[@ZipGrowInc]

Hi Laura, EC is a measure of the salts in your system-that is, the level of nutrients in your system. EC should be kept between 1.2 and 2.0

[@devonjefferson982]

Great vid but we need pictures !!!

[@rosslomath]

Yep

[@alitahir4147]

That's where you pay for a course hahahahahahahah

[@joyceskelton7431]

Great information but, I need more plants with these defencies or pictures

[@eduardmichel3783]

Great video and great explanation. Like it that you take your time and explain in a very clear and understandable way. Keep it up

[@aimsterb8712]

This is great info. Thank you so much for sharing

[@ZipGrowInc]

Our pleasure. Happy growing!

[@kyleyoung3463]

Hi Ethan, this is by far the best video I have seen on diagnosing a plants health and how to fix it. I am growing lettuce in my basement using aquaponics and it looks like I have a slight calcium deficiency which would make sense since I have poor airflow in my basement with no fan. I am going to set a fan up to see if it clears up. The only thing that doesn't add up is that the dead spots on the tips of the leaves seem to only appear on the tips of the old growth and not the new growth, which as an immobile nutrient should be the other way around right? What are you thoughts?

[@dpaulfraser344]

This is the most informative vid I have seen on the subject for beginners. Thanks. Keep talking.

[@joesmith9103]

Do you have and insight into vein narcrosis (green leaves with yellow veins) in a planted aquarium?

[@ZipGrowInc]

sorry aquarium plants are not really our specialty.

[@johnnycannaseed429]

I would love to see a nutrient specific deficiency record of each one

[@RuStOlIuM420]

Get the book marijuana garden saver by ed Rosenthal

[@johnnycannaseed429]

@@RuStOlIuM420 Thank you Tim, I keep having issues about the same time in 5th week of flower, looks like potassium deficiency or magnesium really got me baffled. I will get that book and getter figured out. Thanks Again

[@snlawleysnlawley884]

I have a problem with sprinkled narcosis across my leaves and a few crispy edges. I don’t think it’s a lack of calcium, maybe a lil of potassium based on the symptoms you listed bc it’s mainly on the older leaves but you didn’t mention too much about (sprinkled/ blotchy) narcosis throughout the leaf

[@ZipGrowInc]

This is going to depend on the crop specifically, but in a lot of cases this type of Deficiency has more to do with airflow and VPD than the actual nutrients present. I would start by looking up our blog posts on VPD and KZbin videos and see if increasing airflow helps.

[@dasfluxmusic]

Damn thats more information that I generally find. Well done, please cover more deficiencies.

[@monarchsmarttv]

Hey my friend

[@mohamedlaher5001]

HI I am a real newby in hydroponics. I live in South Africa and at present we have hot temperatures and low humidity. I planted some lettuce , tomato and basil into a hydroponic bottle garden. It has been 3 weeks and I find no increase in plant growth . In particular I find that the tomato plants in a soil pot almost 3 times larger . I am using a 19-8-16 nutrition that has all the micro -nutrients in it. The lettuce have grown longer stems and no or very little leaves. The basil is the same size as when I planted them. Each plant is planted in a separate bottle. They have at least 3 -4 hours of sunlight and almost 7-8 hours of day light. From what little I understand it might be because of nutrient lockout. So I adjusted the ph about 5 days ago and have no improvements. I was wondering if I have too much nutrients in the solution .I don't have a ec meter ( I have one ordered online hoping to have it in a week or so). Please be kind to see if you cam help

[@marklewis4793]

check how many hours of light yr plants need,and y hydrop?..earth not good enough 4ya?..lol

[@longdong3889]

Use a greenhouse, and you need ph pen and ppm pen to check the runoff

[@MrTwisted003]

This was a very thorough video on deficiencies and very good explanations of them, which is more than most do in their videos. But one thing I have yet to see anywhere is a 'completely' thorough and very specific "show-and-tell". Just like if it were a study done at a University or a science project. Where if you have a few examples of a control crop with no deficiencies, a very healthy plant. Then you have a couple of the same type of crops of each deficiency, that were purposely insufficient or withdrawn from the feeding schedule. (e.g. one crop purposely given insufficient amounts of Nitrogen, another insufficient amounts of Mag, etc.) This way you would have a few examples that were very specific and apparent. Also, where some of the examples would have multiple deficiencies that are common together do to lock-out, such as a pH lock-out or other. I feel that video would easily get millions of views and become the "go-to" for everyone who has questions in the subject. Just sayin :)

[@leishamanburgh9779]

Much Respect to you Sir Walter and such as yourself...the kind of information that you are sharing is so precious and much much appreciated. Your explanations are enlightening and very relevant and practical, to this newbie in this gardening thing, you have just answered so many questions wrt to calcium deficiencies etc. May you be blessed as you are sharing knowledge of life sustainability, at no cost but with optimum results. thank you enormously

[@ZipGrowInc]

Hi Leisha, you are very welcome. We have a playlist for beginners kzbin.info/aero/PLAPahqrfGZZlwzuqaSy4lAt7vWDVhH6gi and some educational blogs on our website zipgrow.com/category/education/, don't forget to check them out!

[@leishamanburgh9779]

@@ZipGrowInc thank you i will check it out

[@seeamerica1]

Excellent video! Best talk on nutrient deficiencies ever on the web! I'ld give it 100 thumbs up if I could!

[@alexandrakim4567]

Wow, I learned so much from this video about what I have questioned for so long! Thank you very much for sharing quite useful information!! 😊😊

[@ZipGrowInc]

Glad that it was helpful😃 If you are interested in learning more, please make sure to subscribe!

[@ryangonzalez7471]

Very well presented information. Your personality kept it engaging. Well done 👍

[@aysegurel4868]

Thank you! Very informative video. And very clearly presented.

[@SSheriff49]

A walk in a garden...would Be helpful. The visual help.With so much info....I felt helplessly overwhelmed

[@kuldeepsinghusa8128]

You did not talk about PH adjustment of solution and it’s effect on nutrient uptake

[@bartacomuskidd775]

wouldnt that depend on the plant at hand?

[@danj285]

much like the basil with iron deficiency, which grows at 5-6 ph

[@WildRapier]

Great explanation! With examples no less. Much better than random uneducated people guessing, yet posting videos!

[@ZipGrowInc]

Glad you liked it!

[@mj197012]

Very nice video. I would like a in depth video about chlorosis, particularly in Salvia, if you please!

[@carmenleaf]

Man, lots of info,Some pics will really help!

[@rhondaunterborn5117]

Thank you! Very good information.

[@ZipGrowInc]

Glad it was helpful! Be sure to subscribe if you haven't already so you don't miss any new content. Thanks for watching!

[@coleridgesmith1517]

Could you post the link to the Montana State University Nutrient Deficiency Key?

[@dianeanciola1519]

Hi, great info! I was wondering if you have a deficiency key available?

[@n1mbusmusic606]

You find a good one?

[@JohnM-vr9tg]

I looked on the university of Montana website and couldn't find it. There's a picture of one but when you click it a bunch of other stuff comes up. He should provide the link!

[@materialgirl338]

How would you add Epsom salt to a tower garden

[@ZipGrowInc]

It's very simple, just add directly to the reservoir, you can dissolve it in warm water first if you prefer.

[@jeffsmith50001]

Start an auto seed in half pint pot with seed compost. When plant is ready knock out of Pot and put into large pot of hanging basket compost. Use fish blood and bone when it flowers. Water it when it needs it.

[@dividedwefall5382]

You should mention that nutrient deficiencies are not always a lack-of/over-abundance of said nutrient! Usually the problem is improper ph, or over/under watering. Which will damage your roots, disabling their ability to absorb the proper nutrients you already have in your soil/grow-medium

[@ZipGrowInc]

good points to note too- thank you.

[@dividedwefall5382]

@@ZipGrowInc Yes Sir! I feel like fertilizer companies don't tell that side of it simply to sell more & different fertilizer products. I can't say that's it. Idk why that info is hard to find unless specifically searched for. But at least for me, it (I don't think I've ever lost a plant simply to a nutrient deficiency.) I believe it's always been a simple pH issue.

[@ajhproductions2347]

This is great, thanks for the in depth info!

[@crazylikeafox1000]

Where do you find that grow fence?

[@ZipGrowInc]

ohh this is an old video. Sorry unsure for this.

[@MUDSWAT]

I have no idea... I have a plant that is showing very random yellowing and few burning spots, slowly going to the tips and edges of leaves. I think I over fertilized so I flushed. The leaves are not stopping, whatever it is it's still progressing. idk, if its toxicity, deficiency or what... Please help!

[@ZipGrowInc]

Sorry to hear this. We would need to know more about your specific plan and how you are growing. You can always submit your image and questions to [e-mail]

[@ashleighonions5492]

Great video use ISN Nutrients you won’t have any deficiencies

[@MohamedUAE]

I have small aquaponic system which is meant for a bigger project coming up. well, my current system has about 14 Tilapia fish and has two grow beds (half blue barrel). I plant my seeds in the ground and when they're about 10Inch i take them to my grow bed, but they seems not growing so fast! my question here, where/what is the problem? Thanks a lot in advance

[@naabellera]

I learned a lot from you. Thanks for explaining all these deficiencies well.

[@jeffbingaman2754]

As you explain and say all those big words. Maybe you could include a picture of such big word as it pertains to the plant by showing the picture of multiple plants with the big word and how many different ways the plant could receive the big word and different stages of development back to healthy plants. Just me though. I'm sure everyone else is fine with your explanation. I'm one of those talk, walk, do it, all at the same time type of people. That's it. You could tag the vid with what kind of person can relate to the way the message is given.

[@carlreddevil7135]

Excellent video,very informative. Thank you so much.

[@TheCnattu]

Fantastic info! Thank you for sharing your knowledge with the rest of the world.

[@stephendeochua3961]

Great video. This is the video I saw so far that discuss in detail what the deficiencies are and what they look like. I just realize I have most of the deficiencies mentioned here in my latest harvest. I have a question. Is thickening of the leaves a sign of a deficiency? I found that my latest aragula feel thicker or tougher to touch than normal.

[@ZipGrowInc]

Hi Stephen, Thickening of leaves is not generally considered a sign of deficiency. It would be more associated with environmental conditions. When plants are stressed or exposed to extremes they'll respond by forming a thicker cuticle in order to protect their cells.

[@stephendeochua3961]

@@ZipGrowInc Thank you very much for you answer!

[@cheyennepenn-kennedy7697]

Mad Respect!!! Very insightful, thank you!

[@ZipGrowInc]

Glad it was helpful Cheyenne!

[@user-cg9oi5ug4d]

Btip for this video, take a bit of time find plants with said deficiency and show it

[@hamptonpi5815]

haha, exactly what i was going to say. info maybe, but really boring video.

[@benwesselman101]

i mean watch the whole video i think he does a good job with the lettuce plants etc

[@WalleyeCliff]

Just started a dwc bucket , first time .. Plant was looking amazing then all of sudden leafs curling up and what looks like rust on leafs .. (not rust tho) .. Using one of those "all inclusive" nutes from local hydro shop ..

[@OperationAnnihilation]

what was the issue and how did you fix it?

[@leticiacabrera9797]

Thank you for sharing your knowledge. It is a nice resource!

[@brainentrainmentlibrarychannel]

Wow! Incredible knowledge resource...he is! Keep up the good work!

[@ZipGrowInc]

Thanks so much. Glad you enjoyed the video!

[@WhiteNeckMedia]

thank you. Nice info. it would be a better example if the were autoflowers

[@ZipGrowInc]

Thank you for your feedback. Happy growing!

[@Don-xz6wz]

This is the best summary I've seen by miles. Thank you

[@brunofriends2100]

This is an excellent video - Thank you! I am looking at the educational version that you sell.

[@michaelholowati7437]

Thank you so much for your time in this video. I love the information I will be using it going forward with my little lot of personal citrus trees. I am curious if you by chance have an example for a Nutrient deficient diagnosis key you could share. I would love to see what you have so I can implementing on my end and modify or adjust as necessary for my conditions and situation.

[@ZipGrowInc]

Hello Michael! We are working on an updated nutrient deficiency key, the challenge has been that these deficiencies can manifest differently in different species so we are currently working on something a bit more intuitive. Stay tuned, and thanks for watching!

[@icycanadian]

My cherry tomatoe pods leaves are turning inwards (curling) I've changed the water but not sure what to do next 🙁

[@ZipGrowInc]

a lot of nutrient deficiencies occur because of water quality or environmental issues that limit the plants ability to uptake nutrients; not necessarily because the nutrients are lacking. You can download a nutrient deficiency key on UpStart University pages here- university.upstartfarmers.com/product/nutrient-deficiency-key

[@Goodtimes523]

Very good info - I have never had any problems with plants since I started using compost and my own worm casting plus epsom salt. Cheers man!

[@edgewatersbestguitarist1524]

Epsom salts can kill all the microbes and fungi in your compost and castings bro that'll ruin your plants

[@anniesgardens6994]

thank you very much for the information, do you happen to have a plant diagnostic chart? :)

[@ZipGrowInc]

Hi there, thanks for the comment! Yes in UpStart University we have Nutrient Deficiency Key, which includes diagnosis and solutions for deficiencies in hydroponic and aquaponic systems. You can find if here university.upstartfarmers.com/product/nutrient-deficiency-key

[@wilmamulrain9801]

Greetings from Madoc Canada.....should I use egg shells( fried and crushed) on my house plants?