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Old 26-08-2007, 11:14 PM posted to rec.gardens,rec.gardens.edible
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Default Joint compound as fertilizer/conditioner

On Sun, 26 Aug 2007 18:07:40 -0400, "symplastless"
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Charles

Sorry. I am glad I asked. I misread your statement.
Question: Is Epson Salts a good supply for magnesium?
Thanks.



Yes. It also might be useful to break up a clay soil, but gypsum,
calcium sulfate, is usually recommended. Too much magnesium can be
bad, like too much of anything. I use a tablespoon in water, once a
year, per rose bush.