Epsom salt, chemically known as magnesium sulfate, is often touted as a beneficial supplement for tomato plants. The magnesium and sulfur found in Epsom salt are essential nutrients that support ...

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 ...

Q: My dad used to add Epsom salts to the ground around his tomatoes. What's the idea of that and does it really help? A: Epsom salts are a cheap way to deliver two important nutrients to plants: ...

Q: I have read that you should fertilize tomato plants with Epsom salt. When should you add it, and how much should you add? A: We don’t generally recommend using Epsom salt in the garden. Epsom salt ...

Epsom salt for plants is a beneficial supplement for improving flower color and encouraging healthier blooms. This easy-to-use natural option contains magnesium and sulfur, essential nutrients that ...

After a long, wet rainy season, the dry season now provides the best conditions for growing tomatoes in Costa Rica. Tomatoes are a favorite home garden vegetable, and the satisfaction of planting and ...

Bojana Jankovic Weatherly, M.D., F.A.C.P., M.Sc. Internal Medicine / Integrative Medicine Dr. Bojana Jankovic Weatherly is a double board-certified physician in internal and integrative medicine and a ...