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Old Wives’ Remedies

The household handbook

Ingredient

wood ash

Also known as ash, fireplace ash.

These entries mention wood ash. Being listed here does not mean every use is safe or supported — some entries exist to record that a traditional use should be avoided.

Wood ash in the garden

Useful in moderation on acid soils; harmful for acid-loving plants.

Evidence: University extension guidance; test soil firstGarden & plants

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