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Apply higher concentrations of Nitrogen in the early growth stage. It provides for leaf root growth. High levels of nitrogen result in a lush, green plant. Of the three major chemicals, nitrogen can also provide the most damage, as it can burn your plants. Avoid direct contact to leaves and vines. If you have ever put too much fertiliser on a section of lawn and see it burn out, you can understand the effects.

Too much nitrogen also can reduce or delay the emergence and number of flowers and fruit. If your plant seems to be thriving and is a healthy green, yet has no flowers, stop adding nitrogen for a week or two and the plant will redirect it's energy from plant growth to fruit set and development. Also, extremes of nitrogen can cause wilting (due to burning) of your plants.

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