6-2-4 biological fertilizer

 "6-2-4" on a biological fertilizer refers to its N-P-K ratio—the percentage by weight of the three primary nutrients:

  • 6% Nitrogen (N) – promotes leafy green growth.

  • 2% Phosphorus (P) – supports root development and flowering.

  • 4% Potassium (K) – improves overall plant health and disease resistance.

"Emana" likely refers to a brand name or product line of organic or bio-based fertilizer. Biological fertilizers like this often contain:

  • Organic matter (e.g., compost, manure)

  • Beneficial microbes (e.g., mycorrhizae, rhizobacteria)

  • Slow-release nutrients for long-term soil health

If you're using it on vegetables, lawns, or flowering plants, it's a balanced blend for moderate feeding with a focus on foliage and resilience.


For plums, figs, and banana trees, a 6-2-4 biological fertilizer can be a solid, general-purpose choice, especially for:

  • Banana trees, which are heavy feeders and benefit from high nitrogen for leaf growth and potassium for fruit production.

  • Figs, which prefer balanced but slightly lower-nitrogen feeds once established.

  • Plums, which benefit from moderate nitrogen early in the season and good potassium for fruit development.

Evaluation of 6-2-4 for each:

TreeNitrogen NeedsPhosphorus NeedsPotassium Needs6-2-4 Suitability
PlumMediumMediumHighGood
FigLow-MediumLowMedium-HighGood (apply less)
BananaHighMediumHighGood, but may need extra potassium later

Tips:

  • Apply in early spring and mid-summer.

  • For figs, avoid over-fertilizing; too much nitrogen can reduce fruiting.

  • Consider supplementing bananas with extra potassium (like wood ash or a 0-0-50 sulfate of potash) during fruiting stages.

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