The effect of urban waste compost and bio-fertilizer on the growth characteristics and the amount of elements in L.A. Hybrid Lily (Longiflorum×Asiatic)

Document Type : Research Paper

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1 Department of Horticultural Sciences, Faculty of crop Sciences, Sari Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources University, Sari, Iran

2 Dept. of Horticultural Sciences, Sari Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources University, Sari, Iran

3 َAssociate professor, Department of Horticulture, Sari Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources University

10.22034/saps.2023.57506.3076

Abstract

Background and Objectives: Today, the use of organic materials and biological fertilizers to replace chemical fertilizers in the production of agricultural products has become important. The present study was conducted to investigate the effect of urban waste compost and bio-fertilizer (Phospho Barvar 2) on some growth characteristics and elements of lily.
Materials and Methods: The experiment was conducted as a factorial in a completely randomized design. The first factor was different percentages of compost (0, 25, 50, 75 and 100% instead of peat moss in the control treatment) and the second factor was phospho barvar 2.
Results: The highest stem height and the length of the longest root were related to the application of biological fertilizer in the control bed. The highest number of buds was observed in the application of bio-fertilizer. Fresh and dry weight of roots in 50% compost in combination with bio-fertilizer was maximum. The highest amount of total chlorophyll was obtained in 25% of compost in combination with bio-fertilizer. In 100% compost, under the influence of bio-fertilizer, the highest amount of nitrogen was observed. The highest amount of leaf phosphorus was related to 50% of compost along with bio-fertilizer.
Conclusion: According to the obtained results, the use of 25% compost can replace peat moss. Bio-fertilizer is recommended to improve growth factors and increase the amount of leaf elements.

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JOURNAL OF AGRICULTURAL SCIENCE AND SUSTAINABLE PRODUCTION

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Available Online from 20 April 2025

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