Epsom salt contains magnesium, which all plants need for photosynthesis. Magnesium is rarely lacking in most soils so adding it to lawns is not useful. Only apply fertilizer after doing a soil test to ...

If your lawn's been looking a little dull and patchy lately, the problem may not be down to your mowing or watering schedule. A common culprit for dull lawns is actually magnesium deficiency.

You may have heard claims that Epsom salt—widely used as a restorative bath product—can also restore your lawn. But is Epsom salt actually good for turfgrass? It's wise to question advice that ...