What will a late October salt water bath of 2 hours duration kill?

[ColumbusLib]

1. I think the answer is-

Compost, compost, and more compost! Any organic matter that will break down and feed the soil and organisms in it will help- the compost is already fairly well broken down. You'll just have to wait and see on the plants, but if you end up having to replace some goners, probably plants native to the area would be best adapted to survive future salt baths. I've heard that daylilies are often the only plants that survive long-term salt water exposure, because of their long tap roots. Of course they're also gorgeous and super-easy, so I love them. Good luck!