Make The Most Out Of Those Ashes

If you own a wood-burning stove or fireplace, then you are all-too-familiar with the process of cleaning up ashes and soot. What if you could put those ashes to practical use?

6. Control pond algae. One tablespoon per 1,000 gallons adds enough potassium to strengthen other aquatic plants that compete with algae, slowing its growth, 
7. Pump up tomatoes. For the calcium-loving plants, McGrath places 1/4 cup right in the hole when planting, 

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