Boron: Essential to Plant Nutrition and Potential for Plant Injury

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Publication
Date of Publication
December 19, 2023
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Overview

The significance of boron to plants is covered in this fact sheet.

Boron is a naturally occurring element that can be found in soil, irrigation water, and household products. Boron is essential to plant nutrition, but high levels can cause toxicity in many plant species, and low levels can lead to

deficiency.

This fact sheet discusses the importance of boron in plants. (9 pages)

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