Applying mineral fertilizer to the planting holes of Chinese rose seeds in early spring. (VIDEO)

Institute of Atmospheric Physics, Chinese Academy of Sciences

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As a nutrient, phosphorus can affect plant growth. The availability of phosphorus, in turn, can have a significant impact on the carbon and nitrogen cycle.

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Jiang Zhu

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