The researchers studied how adding calcium can help Lycium ruthenium seeds and seedlings grow better in salty conditions. They found that low salt levels can help seeds sprout, but too much salt can stop them from growing. Adding calcium made the seeds sprout better. High salt levels can make plants lose water and chlorophyll, and get damaged. But adding calcium helped slow down these problems. Overall, adding calcium can protect Lycium ruthenium seeds and seedlings from salt damage and make them more resistant to salty conditions.