Download Uses for Epsom salts: From Rose Rambler 28/5/15: The Total raised

Uses for Epsom salts:
From Rose Rambler 28/5/15:
1 Improve seed germination … Give your garden a boost right from the
start! Magnesium helps seed germination and strengthens cell walls.
Incorporate one cup of salts per 100 square feet of soil or mix a
tablespoon or two into soil at the bottom of each hole before dropping
in seeds.
2 Help nutrient absorption … Commercial fertilisers often add magnesium
to help roots absorb nutrients so go straight to the source. Add Epsom
salts to soil to improve absorption naturally.
3 Turn yellow foliage green … Yellowing leaves are often caused by a
magnesium deficiency, as magnesium is an essential component in
the production of chlorophyll. Try sprinkling one-tablespoon of
Epsom salts around the soil of your plants once a month. You could
also mix one tablespoon of salts into three litres of water and spray
directly on leaves.
4 Prevent leaf curling… Leaf curling may also be caused by a lack of
magnesium so add Epsom salts to the soil around the base of the plant
or spray with the above mix of Epsom salt and water.
5 Weed killer … This natural weed killer works a treat. Mix two cups of
Epsom salts with four litres of vinegar. Add four tablespoons of liquid
dishwasher liquid and put mixture into spray bottle.
Beautiful roses … It seems the secret to beautiful roses might just be Epsom
salts. Not only do they help roses produce larger blossoms in greater
numbers, it makes colour richer, foliage darker and
stronger plants. When planting, soak roots in half a cup of
Epsom salts diluted in three litres of water. Sprinkle
Epsom salts in the hole prior to planting. Once per month
during growing, sprinkle one tablespoon of Epsom salts
per feet of plant height around the base of plant.
Following on from using Epsom Salts (Magnesium), there are FOUR
ESSENTIAL "M's" which need to be maintained in order for the soil to
produce healthy, robust roses and they are: MINERALS, MICROBES,
MOISTURE and MULCH.
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Garden tips for June:
With so much moisture and cold around you may find that moss on paths is a
problem. If so try this: 5 grams (1 teasp.) of copper sulphate in a 9 -litre
watering can. Water mixture over path. Leave for 2 or 3 days until the moss
turns from green to brown, then sweep with a stiff yard broom.
This month and next is the time to think about pruning and planting
deciduous trees. Most deciduous trees are best pruned between mid-autumn
and mid-winter when they are completely dormant. Many trees "bleed" sap
badly at other times. Some exceptions to winter pruning are fig, cherry,
Robinia, Cercis (the Forest Pansy), and Magnolia.
Also this is the best time to plant deciduous trees and shrubs as a good
selection is now available from nurseries as " bare rooted" stock so they are
easier and lighter to handle. Plant with the stem only to the original depth.
Firm in lightly and water in well ensuring soil is incorporated well around
roots and no air pockets remain. It is a good idea to allow a saucer shape
around the outer roots so water can catch and penetrate slowly to the root
area. Help the plant to overcome "transplant shock" by giving it a dose of
seaweed extract. Mulch well, keeping it clear of the trunk and water once a
week until established. Caution: avoid putting under power lines, over sewer,
phone or power lines and too close to your home or the neighbours.
Remember - don't be tempted to cut back that frost damage on your shrubs
and perennials, allow it to remain to help protect the lower plant.
If you need to plant or reposition a Clematis to another part of the garden
now is the best time to do so. Plant with the roots in the cool shade where it
can grow up towards the sun and apply some lime if your soil is acid.