Is Epsom Salt A Gardening Myth Or A Gardening Miracle?

The answer may surprise you!

[@capeflatterytrail]

There is nothing better than a KZbin channel that gets right to the point and doesn't have some cheesy 20-second intro.

[@ZagaStudios]

Ha yes! most spanish videos are like that, a good reason to learn another language

[@GrammaRosesHomestead]

I'm late seeing this, but I thought you might be interested to know that the reason Magnesium greens plants up is that the Mg is the central element in Chlorophyll's structure. Plants can't produce chlorophyll without it! BTW, I'm a botanist. :)

[@susanknight53]

Horticulturist here!

[@debracook1688]

Very helpful. I didn’t know. Thanks

[@siry5164]

Does it kill any bug insects too please? Celery plant just got infested?!?

[@Lioness_UTV]

@Dana no, it's a compliment as it encourages micro nutrients in the soil.

[@napoleonbanzuela4263]

@Dana too much magnesium loses the calcium.

[@kkane8809]

I will attest to the fact that Epsom salt works, your plants will LOVE it! I refrained from using it last year and I could tell a massive difference. The year before, my plants were so lush snd green. I merely added 2 Tbs to 1 gal. Water weekly

[@operationengineerhpschashm2466]

did you spray this or flood into plant?

[@andybilakshow260]

@@operationengineerhpschashm2466 I'm just starting to use e/s around the plant. I spray the foliage with a mixture of a drop of dish soap, a drop of peroxide, a dash of baking soda, a splash of Vinagre, and a drop of vegetable oil. This mix hasn't killed my plants yet, nor have anything else. I'm sticking to what I know.

[@dmo848]

Just grab a bag of maxibloom from general hydroponics. It's cheap n will provide everything the plant needs without issue unless your using coco, then u must add 2ml to a liter of water extra cause the Coco sucks the mag out

[@karenwolfe3767]

just make sure to save a half cup to put in the tub when day is done! :)

[@OldTimerGarden]

I put a hand full in the hole when planting pepper and tomato plants. Have been doing this for years. Gives them a great start.

[@mariadi1069]

Hand full it sounds much for me, I'm a beginner in gardening.

[@edisonyounan3688]

anderson mr Totally agree why would she !! Oh I got it ,she’s just a beginner 🤔

[@dougm2250]

@@mariadi1069 RBT said he`s been doing it for years....experience is everything!

[@cassieo4337]

I've been doing it for years as well. First saw it done on the Victory Garden.

[@NicolaS-fl8ks]

I just repurpose the high Epsom salt containing vbathwater of my autistic child's bath. Works great! 🙂

[@ronashman08]

Gonna try this, All my plants, both in the ground and in pots are all yellowing, some drying out brown, but ALL the leaves are slowly dropping off. All I get from most tips is, over watering or under watering, I've done neither. Now comes you're tip, I've watered them all with Epsome Salts, I'll spray all the remaining leaves tommorrow and wait and see, It's spring now so hopefully we see new GREEN leaves. I'll let you know the results later this year. Thanks for the tip

[@tinaelsworth]

I always feed my tomato plants once a week with it and always got better results than the next door neighbor 🤭

[@hilow8331]

Shhhh!! :P

[@ReflectedMiles]

It's also superb for creating blossom end-rot in tomatoes since it can make the calcium unavailable that prevents that condition! Use with care. Like anything else, its use needs to be based principally on a soil test that shows that Mg and sulfur are lacking. Otherwise, it will just be competing with calcium. That's the actual soil science. (Foliar-only feeding can help reduce the effect in the soil but doesn't eliminate it.)

[@bristonknight9315]

@@hilow8331 😀😀😀

[@weelass3188]

Thank you for that tip. Always heard that Epsom Salt was good for plants, but did not know the dilution formula.

[@stephenmartin2713]

All of your videos are complete game changers and very informative. For the first time in years, I live in a place where I can have a proper garden. We just got a bunch of raised beds and grow bags and we have several fruit trees. Your videos have been very helpful throughout the process. Thank you for doing what you do.

[@amyr505]

I love using Epsom salt in the garden. It definitely produces healthier plants.

[@pennyseldon1811]

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[@tamiejones8368]

I love using Epsom salt in the garden. I think it really helps the plants thrive and intensifies the flavors of the produce especially, tomatoes, melons, and hot peppers.

[@hilow8331]

peppers are very magnesium hungry! yes... 1 tbsp at planting, dose at first flower stage and once after you harvest your peppers for the first harvest to reboot them to produce their second crop!!! happy gardening

[@MobileAura]

@@hilow8331 Please stop, my peppers are very weak this summer, I don’t want to cry.

[@hilow8331]

@@MobileAura Alert alert!!! ok you still have time its still very early in the season. a weak plant sounds like your lacking nitrogen. if your not a vegan i suggest blood meal, 1 tbsp per gallon, shake....wait.... shake again then soil drench. Perk them babies back into action! im growing anaheim (mild) and golden cayenne (semi spicy) they are mainstays in my garden each and every yr. good luck

[@rickmcclean4847]

Epsom Salt helped us to achieved a greener and more healthier lawn. Our lawn is so beautiful. Thanks

[@Michele0403]

Yes, I use it all the time, and I have a lot of potted plants, but the success story is a very big and old Jade plant that hadn't blossomed in 3 years, until I gave it some Epsom Salts in my one gallon jug of water ..... I had been taking monthly pictures of that old Jade, so I had some good pictures to compare....

[@sherrihines8980]

Great on roses -granular around base and watered in; happy Japanese yew, forsythia w granular in water applied to root zone, hand misted on newish weigelia and fine.

[@johnlarocco3348]

Great video for the DIY gardener like me. Thanks for the Epson salt on the underside leaf hack. Tablespoon per gallon and spray away. Sweet.

[@johnvandelft6813]

I've noticed with bareroot trees you have to water a lot in the beginning. Typically the sulphur gets flushed out and Epsom salt helps a lot. Some of the bareroots sent via the mail are extremely pathetic and need extra care to get them going the first year, fish emulsion also has helped a lot.

[@ktfflan4278]

Hi love your channel, have learned so much. Yes, I use Epsom Salts and the results were amazing! I bought bulbs, daffodils, tulips and Hyacinths. Planted very late fall and some of the bulbs looked Withered , but this spring my plants were strong and colors were vibrant.

[@redheadedgypsy1939]

Addicted to your channel - right to the point!!!!! Thanks Dan, going to use this on my indoor plants & in the Spring - OUTSIDE!!!

[@mtnblubird4304]

You have such a beautiful garden!!!! So inspiring! Just a note: the sulfur in epsom salts will make your hot peppers hotter! Which is either fun or scary depending on what you like!

[@queenelcene638]

Love it, great reminder, especially about seed starts, as yes, Sprint WILL arrive, soon. 🌟❤🎶♾

[@TheTrock121]

My Pepper Plants never get happy until I apply Epsom Salts. My Raspberries also like them.

[@jenniferward5216]

I love this video . I begun to seriously use Epsom salts and I have healthier green plants and I have never seen greener okras.

[@donavinnezar]

While i Havent exactly used Epsom salt i have used othe cal/mag supplements quite extensively on my cannabis When i was a kid i remember my mom would usually in the spring sprinkle Epsom salt throughout the garden and the plant s always seemed to be a fair bit happier

[@gillianforster6370]

Very well presented and explained. Thank you. Had just ordered some Epsom salts from Amazon but then read it was a myth so felt dubious but you have encouraged me again and gave good measurements. Gill.

[@JohnDoe-yr1xc]

Same here.

[@dmo848]

A dollar at Walmart in the pharmacy section. Jus so y'all know for a pound is only a buck

[@theresajackson6837]

Thank you for sharing about using Epsom salt on the grass, never hear of it before

[@emmalaniceberano7270]

Yes i know , I've been using epsom salt for my plant, they're happy with that.... The way I use it , i put 1 tbsp Epsom salt in the hole When transplanting..and water it very well...that is sure successful . I mix 1 cup of Epsom salt to water my plant....at least every 2 weeks.

[@islandgardener158]

Been using it for years toss a handful in the bottom of the hole of my tomato plants and swish, similarly a handful of egg shells in there with the Epsom salts add a little calcium to the soil.

[@Mr.Pennington]

Synchronicity. Perfect timing.

[@bettebette9881]

2:52 Root drench 1 to 2 Tbs:gal h2o Foliar feed1 Tbs:gal h2o

[@kloverdevi8409]

I had a citrus with terrible yellowing in the veins.. I diagnosed it as lack of magnesium and sprayed it with epsom salta diluted with water, and was like magic, the leaves became green and shiny... works a treat!

[@e.s.92]

Do you spray on leaves or put it in the soil? And can I do it when the tree has lemons on it Thanks 🙏

[@SowGoodGardener]

Thank you Dan! I really, REALLY needed this information!

[@catherinegrace2366]

Epsom salts is such a bonus. You can’t beat the cost.

[@SowGoodGardener]

@@catherinegrace2366 thank you ma’am! I’ll definitely be getting some ASAP!

[@user-qo4yw8rf3g]

OMG i used this method and my plants are doing so great. Thank you

[@davidnguyen8657]

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[@marcs3982]

I use Epsom salts all the time. Definitely going to try the liquid. I usually sprinkle around the root zone. But I have noticed a sickly looking plant come to life pretty quickly after applying. Thanks! Another great video!

[@aleahreacts8459]

8tt8

[@mattpeacock5208]

About 8 years ago I tossed three or four handfulls of epsom salt on the dead patch of my lawn. St. Augustine grass never grew back so fast and so thick!

[@wotnop]

I agree with the foiler spray. I've had success with it on my super hot 🌶. Great video!!

[@catherinegrace2366]

Oh yes peppers love some good Epsom salts

[@hilow8331]

@@catherinegrace2366 yes! just not the scented type like lavender etc... some people need the full story ha ha

[@catherinegrace2366]

@@hilow8331 oh my. I didn’t think about scented Epsom salts. 🤷‍♀️ whoopsy

[@hilow8331]

@@catherinegrace2366 doh! dont fret tho, it still makes for a wonderous bathe or foot soak! (: imo i wouldnt use on edibles.. also sprinked around plants makes for a good slug/snail repellent (learned that today) lol happy gardening.

[@Siquomb1]

@@catherinegrace2366 I used Epsom with peppermint scent around plants. Keeps wasps and squirrels away.

[@53peace]

Clear and detailed information . Excellent video and I think this is the best video I’ve seen on this topic. Thank you so much.

[@authorcharlieboring]

I used Epson salts as an amendment to my soil around my tomatoes, peppers and eggplants. The plants were stronger and more beautiful; but, on the downside, the skin of the fruit was thicker.

[@PAG-ib1zj]

How often?

[@authorcharlieboring]

@@PAG-ib1zj Only at the time I transplanted them.

[@newcountryguy]

Nice, I plan to use the seedling medium drench and the foliar feeding. Thanks for the tip!

[@cassieoz1702]

It's like any vitamin or mineral (human) supplement, it works most obviously if your soil (or body) is deficient. We use magnesium heptasulphate on our pasture because our old soil is deficient in magnesium. Also put it in cattle water troughs when the pasture is young and lush to help prevent grass tetany

[@yellowbird5411]

I've used Epsom salt before, most notably on a mango tree whose leaves get yellowed on the stem, all over the tree. It was successful in turning the leaves green again. I used it around the base, just sprinkling according to instructions of one teaspoon per foot of height of the plant. We were supposed to get three days of rain a couple of days ago, so I sprinkled it around all the plants/trees in the yard. I need to get some more, because I ran out. Yes, it works. But I never figured out how to foliar spray the underside of leaves very well. I just do that on the top of the leaves.

[@irinasharomova2267]

Thank you so much for excellent and informative video!👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@bobbyquincy3086]

Beautiful I love this my plants were getting eaten looking poor I spray them a week they are jamming love it

[@miketost6552]

mY GHOST PEPPERS LOVE IT. mANY FRIENDS HAVE ASKED HOW I GET SO MANY PEPPERS,THIS AND CRUSHED EGG SHELLS WORK FOR ME.

[@MrSuthanS]

Did you just use ordinary Epson salt from the pharmacy? I got ghost peppers and reaper, my leaves were droopy and burning leaves, hopefully it works.

[@espartaco2028]

We agree on leaf feeding with Magnesium and Manganese. They need to be in balance. Before doing ANY of this however, the soil pH should be professionally tested by a county extension or a big box store. Nice and cheap. Get that range between 6.8 and 7.2 and then, do a balance spray with Magnesium, I do triple what you use and Manganese, about the same.

[@kengarrett1116]

I have found that if you apply it just when fruit starts to ripen, the fruit is much sweeter. I have tried it on figs, strawberries and oranges.

[@carlosenriquez2092]

A friend of mine gave me a tip many years ago 1 pound of epson salt 5 pounds cornmeal mixed together. use a shaker to apply a light dusting directly on the soil around the plants then water as usual its cheap easy and makes for healthy strong plants. Excellent presentation by the way, thank you for sharing your video with all of us.

[@MrMikekenney120]

What"s the corn meal supposed to help with (I wouldn't think it's got much nutritional/mineral value, and may attract dirty rotten varmints)?

[@carlosenriquez2092]

@@MrMikekenney120 I don't know what I do know is that it has helped immensely, given that it's just organic matter that contains a good bit of amino acids it would add nutritional value to the soil. But as it was explained to me it is merely there to get an even spread.

[@evelynbranch6263]

@@MrMikekenney120 no

[@evelynbranch6263]

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[@theserenityschool]

Sir I am using it for the last once year in both forms... Got good results... Thanks from India 👍🙏

[@hartvenessa]

You are an excellent communicator.

[@me-mj5dt]

Been using cal mag. I'm gonna try the salt. My water has plenty of calcium. Hoping this is the trick. Thought it was nitrogen i was lacking but the plant didn't react. I'm pretty sure this is the answer I was looking for. Will let you know in a week. Thanks for the video

[@elsiemark8376]

Thankyou for that information, truly needed to hear this. I'm from India and I love roses and I plant a lot of them. So I appreciate what I leart from you today

[@rosemarielawes7263]

Thank you so much for this information. I will definitely try this treatment.

[@marrenby]

How often should you spray the plants with Epson salt solution?

[@hilow8331]

i do every few weeks... if you battle with powdery mildew add 1 tbsp with a seaweed tea, strain the seaweed and foliar it... works on everything except the plants that always get it badly like cukes or pumpkins... for some reason they always succumb to meet their maker once crop is within reach lol

[@MobileAura]

@@hilow8331 Oh just stop you’re making me cry.

[@GonzoTheRosarian]

I have become a fan. This is a great supplement particularly for my own root roses. Magnesium is a vital for many chemical reactions in plants , animals and humans. If you look at a chlorophyll molecule diagram you will notice that the center piece is Magnesium. It is vital for proper calcium transport. Other amendments that have it other epsom salts are: dolomite, sulfate of potash magnesia (k-Mag), Cal-Mag and organic compost. Mag sulfate is actually pH neutral, dolomite is more basic. Good video!

[@jamesdarylthomas3684]

Today I listen to three different shows talking about Epsom salt one was bad two was good so I'm going with the two is good right now going to give the Epsom salt a try thank you very much and have a good and a prosperous day

[@jasminetuck8481]

What was your results?

[@boojangles]

Great info. Please keep the micronutrient videos comin!

[@dmo848]

Just use recharge. Look it up it's great

[@margaretjaeger2064]

I’ve used Epsom salts for many years in mix of organic fertilizer or mixed with some need powder, alfalfa meal and Epsom salts but just a scant handful at planting time with soil on bottom of the hole, soil on too, plants in, then a good soaking of water...several cups full...or less depending on the size of the plant, then fill in with the top dirt first in. I might have liquid fish in the water too. By amounts suggested on the bottle or less because of fertilizer already in the hole. Lay off the alfalfa meal after plants are started as that speeds up their growth...use on Late planted plants to speed up growth but not all season.

[@randallbaker4293]

I just picked up a bag at my local grocer with lavender scent which may keep pests away. If not I can always spike the water with a lavender essential oil.

[@bristonknight9315]

I also like it with a lavender scent...

[@yahushaismyshepherd1179]

Have used it for years. Purchase mine at a farm supply store major cheap compared to drugstore prices

[@hilow8331]

just dont bathe in that lesser grade, great for plants tho! i get mine from tractor supply for the garden, just keep that one out of the washroom lol :P

[@davidooch]

Hi thank you for the video. How often should one water their plants with an Epson salt bath in a vegetable garden?

[@Lystra14]

I've used it as a root drench 1tbsp per gallon on my tomatoes very good result, that with the eggs shells helps with the blossom end rot and it makes the fruit sweeter

[@robynwatt4291]

This is the best gardening post ever!

[@stephaniehatfield4966]

Yea! This is very good for ur plants!

[@DianaLiff1]

I bought a beautiful potted gardenia plant at a nice nursery. Now it's getting brown and looking so sick. I'm hoping this tip will help. Thanks so much for getting right to the point and giving me hope..

[@lydiamakedalerigab5126]

Thank you so much!! Wry useful😃I’m learning a lot watching your videos!!!🙌🏽✨✨✨😄

[@dawnmorning]

1 Tablespoon per 1 Gallon... thanks so much

[@QuestionThingsUseLogic]

Woah...1 gallon? We use litres so it would be 1 tablespoon for 3.79 litres. Gallons are hard to work with when we use litres, lol.

[@ZinfandelRed1914]

I just eyeball my amounts, probably more like 1 tablespoon per liter and have never seen negative results, they must like a lot of it!

[@QuestionThingsUseLogic]

@@ZinfandelRed1914 thankyou!

[@andymcvey6342]

@@QuestionThingsUseLogic (from the uk) .... 3.79 litres Is a U.S fluid gallon ....a uk imperial gallon is just over 4.5 litres , hope this helps

[@OldTimerGarden]

@@QuestionThingsUseLogic you could use a hand full and it won't hurt your plant.

[@JillianNorwood]

Thanks for the thorough explanation and information!

[@orlandogardener]

Hello from Orlando

[@naomifoster746]

I'm a florist and believe in Epsom salts. But you need a little acidity to help with absorption. A littel lemon juice does the trick well.

[@samramsay8512]

Hi my first time finding you Dan! great video. we use E. salts on our ferns when they start to get yellowish. Bam , it brings back the green.

[@yvonnerobertson9522]

Epsom salt has helped me have a "greener thumb". For bulbs I put about 1/2 tsp in bottom of hole, a slight dusting of soil and then the bulbs. Cover. Water and watch them grow!.I do veggies the same. One year I had gladiolas almost 4 Ft tall. I had to stake them because the flowers were so full and heavy. My tomatoes taste better and this year most of my planting will be vertical. Zucchini, bell peppers, small watermelons, tomatillos and my tomatoes. I will be using your spray method because thats new info. I also use, used coffee grounds water once a week.

[@annierothman4420]

Great videos! I have learned a lot. Question - How often do you schedule the epson salt feedings with the seedlings and grown plants?

[@Sunnyacres55]

Same question... I didn't know about epsom salts and my tomato plants are just starting to blossom, is it too late to add it now and should I keep adding it during the producing time of the tomato plant?

[@kkane8809]

2Tbs to 1 Gallon of water dissolve & stir well. use this solution once a month and switch to regular watering for the rest of the days. When First Planting Tomato Seedlings in the garden, take 1 cup of Epsom salt and sprinkle it liberally over the plot. Ideally, 1 cup of Epsom salt will cover roughly 100 square feet.

[@chickensrcool67]

I use it and love it! Thanks for the info and reassurance, keep up the Good work.

[@harishkaria5644]

Thanks very much , straight to the point. Highly appreciate.

[@ellavasquez4771]

Glad to see this will definitely use in my garden, thank you for the information.

[@tamisimmons4621]

love how simple you made it

[@parvatikisun1872]

Great use of epsom salt thank you

[@franceshenderson1334]

The spray also keeps the horrible horn worms away

[@susankmiotek6121]

I just picked off a giant hornworm. Biggest fatest one I’ve ever seen!!

[@leilaniH1289]

Thank you for this very helpful tip!

[@nwetyinwin3788]

That was very informative! Thanks very much Dan! God Bless!

[@KimNguyen-ed3wb]

Thank-you so much! Your video is so informative and helpful

[@seadogg1979]

i use it 2 ways in tea form in my compost to help it break down faster and sprayer seed and seedlings when transplanted. ill have to try the germination method u mentioned thanks

[@brucescott1136]

A quarter teaspoon dissolved in water once a day is excellent for your own health too! It is very effective in blood glucose control, Insulin resistance and as a result weight loss. Not too much though, otherwise it will act as a laxative.

[@louisewilson9876]

This is great and easy to follow advice Thank you 😊

[@johnnyringo765]

How often can Epsom salt be applied to plants?

[@markreiber4457]

I tapped on you question to see replays but hit the like ,,11 likes with no replies? That is weird

[@Bahrain_vibes]

Once a month.

[@robbiewarner7134]

I am really enjoying your videos. I am a Master Gardener so I know someone who is in the know or not. I saw a video you did about using a concrete mixer and a tumbler to separate your sticks etc from the fine compost finished product. I could not find the information on getting one. Please send me a link or tell me how to create one! Great Idea! Thanks!

[@VWilt-so3ws]

Rent one

[@maureendennis8316]

Thank you. I have purchased the sprayer you recommended and kelp liquid fertilizer.

[@debrahutson4357]

I always use Epson salt when I plant my tomatoes

[@dougm1985]

i put some on my green peppers last year. omg. did they grow. big giant fruits, and lots of them. so big i had to tie up the plant. because the weight of the peppers.

[@40acrefarms90]

Thanks very helpful video

[@marvinwantstolearn]

Definitely will try it as you suggested! Thank you!

[@maryngshwuling9916]

Thanks for sharing 🌻 The goodness of salt 🌈

[@donnamarie4443]

Terrific ideas, thanks so much!

[@jeremiahnorman]

Two things; first, where do I purchase those suspenders please please. Second, thank you very much for the Epsom salt information. will be stopping by often.

[@Kate98755]

great information...will be making epsom salt liquid today

[@sansomspressurecleaningpoo9519]

You Rock. God bless y’all.

[@denisstanley6546]

Been putting epsom salts on citrus trees for 100 years that i know about

[@annakazmierczak4708]

Thanks for the tips,I will try it now and tell you later the result

[@brucecook502]

Thanks. I will be using Epsom salt for the first time this year once my plants get a little bigger, so thanks for the advice :-)