CatchyUsername (03-25-2016), Quest (10-15-2015)
Good tip but wrong time of year...bump it in the spring. ;)
Thanks for bumping this Peace! Its getting close to preparing our gardens for spring so good timing...and yeah, it helps leg cramps too, maybe I'll start a thread on that in the health forum.
Here's a good article on what Epsom Salt can do for the garden:
10 Uses for Epsom Salt in the Garden
Epsom salt is comprised of hydrated magnesium sulfate, a naturally occurring mineral first found in the well waters of Epsom, England. Epsom salt has a variety of home remedy applications – the two most widely known being as a saline laxative and pain reliever. What many people don't realize is that Epsom salt also has several uses in organic gardening.
1. Improve Seed Germination
Using Epsom salt as a soil amendment before seeding will give your garden a powerful boost right from the start. Magnesium aids in seed germination and helps to strengthen cell walls, leading to more and stronger seedlings. For best results, incorporate 1 cup of salt per 100 square feet of tilled soil or mix 1 – 2 tablespoons into the soil at the bottom of each hole before dropping in seeds.
2. Increase Nutrient Absorption
Many commercial fertilizers add magnesium to help plant roots take up vital nutrients (nitrogen, phosphorus, sulfur.) For those using all organic materials to feed their gardens, adding Epsom salt to soil will improve absorption naturally, eliminating the need for processed chemical fertilizers...
http://www.naturallivingideas.com/10...in-the-garden/
CatchyUsername (03-25-2016)
Thank you, Nikos and Krys! Gonna share that with my husband right now.