How to use epsom salt for plants?
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Hi Helen,
There are multiple methods of using ES for plants, my personal favorite is just adding it to the soil:
https://www.fabhow.com/how-to-use-epsom-salt-in-garden.html
You can add a tablespoon to a gallon of water and water your plants. Here's a link with more information for you:
https://www.bobvila.com/articles/epsom-salts-in-the-garden/
I use Epsom Salts for my raised tomato garden and cherry tomatoes I grow in containers. Both mixed with the soil and to water over the season. I always have the most beautiful tomatoes since I started using Epsom Salts.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/soil-fertilizers/epsom-salt-gardening.htm
Here's a post that might help - https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/soil-fertilizers/epsom-salt-gardening.htm
Hi Helen, Here are some posts that might help...
https://www.hometalk.com/search/all?filter=paint%20around%20windows%20
Why Put Epsom Salts on Plants? Why not? Even if you don’t believe in its effectiveness, it never hurts to try it. Magnesium allows plants to better take in valuable nutrients, like nitrogen and phosphorus. It also helps in the creation of chlorophyll, which is vital for photosynthesis. In addition, magnesium greatly improves a plant’s ability to produce flowers and fruit.
Read more at Gardening Know How: Information About Using Epsom Salts For Plants https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/soil-fertilizers/epsom-salt-gardening.htm
Here's a useful post
https://www.hometalk.com/diy/grow/plants/epson-salt-for-your-pl-30397309
Epsom Salt for Your Plants - Inside and Out