Many of us reach for salt to de-ice sidewalks and driveways during the winter. It's effective, but when the ice melts, the salty mixture can wreak havoc on plants and our waterways. A more natural alternative is alfalfa meal, which you can find at gardening and feed stores. Totally natural, this fertilizing compound melts ice and adds traction to prevent slips and falls. Plus, your lawn and plants will feed on it come spring. And unlike most fertilizers, alfalfa meal smells nice, too.
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