The second number represents the percentage of PHOSPHATE in the product.

The third number represents the percentage of POTASH in the product.

If the fertilizer does not contain any phosphate or potash the numbers would read i.e. 10-0-0, or if the fertilizer does not contain nitrogen the number might read 0-10-10.

The label will list where each ingredient is derived from. (20-5-10) Nitrogen 20% is derived from urea.

If there are any minerals, i.e. zinc or manganese in the fertilizer, they are listed as secondary nutrients and must be identified by their percentage in the product.

If the product contains manure, sewer sludge, or compost (in most cases marked as organic, but having small amount of nutrients), the label should indicate type and amount. However, some states do not require this.

The percentages may add up to only 60% of the total bag. The balance is a carrier like sand or other inert type. The higher the ingredients, the less carrier used.

Happy Plant® is 100% nutrient product. There is no sludge, compost, manure, carrier, or inert in any of the Happy Plant® fertilizers.

If you have a question about a label or product, email us, and a technician will answer your question.