Never heard of such a thing...salt is not a requirement in the development of coconuts.

I think you mean shore line. They can tolerate some salt spray from the ocean, so they do fine along the shore. But it's not a requirement. I've seen them growing well inland in commercial groves. Generally, salt is detrimental to plant growth and I definitely would not add it.

Some people get confused when they hear about using Epson Salt..I do add this to my Palms maybe 3times during the growing months. (Large Sabals 10-14 footers). Maybe this is what you were hearing from others!!! Just a thought!!!

Laura in VB

Giving certain palms EP Salt gives the plants the Magnesium and sulphur which helps in the processing of the fertilizers and keeps them green and happy!!!

I thought that I should add this because some may wonder why we add ES...I also add this to my Pindos, Windmills,Sabals as well as my Plumerias to get them active at the start of the growing season. I do give them to my potted palms (foxtail, Christmas, and Ponytails...but I do not give any to my Bottle Palms!!! Smaller amts for the potted palms of course!!!

Hope this helps alittle!!!

Laura in VB