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(12-11-2023, 10:18 PM)Veggie Wrote: Interestingly, the Cabbage people say that:-Tried 'Rockdust' once, can't say I was impressed and it was very expensive. I would have thought sea sand would be salt laden? (unless there is such a thing as washed sea sand?) , salt, as we know is toxic to plants?
"Raising pH levels above 6.5 is essential. Placing sea sand or volcanic rock dust in the bottom of the hole when planting will lessen the likelihood of club root disease. "
https://www.cornishcabbageplants.com/plant-care
It is well known that a mildly alkaline soil is beneficial to brassica growth.
Having said all this, if they have been going for some time without negative results, good luck to them!
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