Rock Salt and DE-Icing Can Lead to Damage of Plants

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Rock Salt and DE-Icing Can Lead to Damage of Plants

Rock Salt and other de-icing products are always helpful when dealing with frigid temperatures and weather conditions in Ohio.  According to a horticulture expert at The Ohio State University, these chemicals can also cause damage to plants in the surrounding area if misused. Rock salt has been used by consumers of Ohio for years to lower the freezing point of the ice from driveways, sidewalks, and porches. According to Pam Bennett, an associate professor in the College of Foo...

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