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What do the numbers mean on fertilizer bags?

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What do the numbers mean on fertilizer bags?

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The three numbers refer to the percentage, by weight, of nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium, in the fertilizer. For example, a fertilizer designated as 24-8-16 would be 24% nitrogen, 8% phosphorus, and 16% potassium.