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Epsom salt contains magnesium, which all plants need for photosynthesis. Magnesium is rarely lacking in most soils so adding it to lawns is not useful. Only apply fertilizer after doing a soil test to ...

It's easy to find recommendations on the internet promoting the use of Epsom salt in the garden, including, unsurprisingly, tips from the Epsom Salt Council. As with coffee grounds, commonly held ...

Epsom salt can be good for plants, but only if your soil is deficient in magnesium. A soil test is the best way to know if you need to add magnesium to your garden. Applying Epsom salt to healthy ...

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There is some discrepancy as to the usefulness of Epsom salt for tomatoes. Many gardeners swear by the use of the product in many areas of the garden. However, the high levels of magnesium in Epsom ...

The LSU AgCenter gets a lot of questions about home remedies for pests and diseases in the garden, especially as more home gardeners look for organic methods or try to avoid pesticides. Epsom salt is ...

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