HORTICULTURE

Detailed explanation-1: -It refers to the spraying of fertilizer solutions containing one or more nutrients on the foliage of growing plants. Several nutrient elements are readily absorbed by leaves when they are dissolved in water and sprayed on them.

Detailed explanation-2: -Foliar application is application of a small amount of fertilizer or mineral through direct spraying onto the leaves. Sidedressing is when fertilizer is applied between rows of young plants to provide a boost during periods of rapid growth and nutrient uptake. The most common use is sidedressing N on corn plants.

Detailed explanation-3: -Foliar application provides a means of quickly correcting plant nutrient deficiencies, when identi fied on the plant. It often provides a convenient method of applying fertilizer materials, especially those required in very small amounts and the highly soluble materials.