use for Epsom Salt & salt peter for gardening and amount to use with or w/o fertilizer - Knowledgebase Question

Va.Beach, Va

Question by judybeniachc
August 1, 2006

I was told to mix epsom salt,salt peter and

Answer from NGA
August 1, 2006

Rosarians sometimes use Epsom salt to prevent deficiencies in their roses, recommending that you water with a solution of one teaspoon of Saltpeter (available from a pharmacy), one teaspoon of Epsom Salt, one teaspoon of baking soda, one teaspoon of ammonia, and one gallon warm water. I'm not aware of the use for other perennials or annual plants.

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