There are many reasons to use Epsom salt (magnesium sulfate) in the garden. It contains magnesium one of what growers call the "major minor" elements. It helps speed up plant growth, increase a plants nutrient uptake, deter pests, increase flavor of fruit and veggies, plus increase the output of vegetation. Improves seed germination. Increase nutrient absorption, counter transplant shock. Green Up Foliage, Prevent Leaf Curling ,Deter Garden Pests Grows sweeter fruit, beautiful and bountiful Flowers.