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Title: Weed Killer
Post by: boxingtortoise on September 05, 2003, 15:52:42
I have put down some weed killer about 6 weeks ago on a couple of beds on my allotment. How long is it before you can plant after applying weedkiller?
Title: Re: Weed Killer
Post by: Ceri on September 05, 2003, 18:14:20
I think it depends on the kind of weedkiller - does it say on the packet - failing that, does the maker have a website?
Title: Re: Weed Killer
Post by: Hugh_Jones on September 05, 2003, 19:22:12
If it`s a glyphosate based weedkiller, such as Roundup or Tumbleweed, it`s safe now.

If it`s an ammonium sulphamate based one such as Deeproot, leave it for another 6 or 7 weeks.

If it`s sodium chlorate based, not until next spring at the earliest - may be longer depending on the concentration used.

If it`s one of the ones, such as Weedex, used for keeping paths and drives clear for long periods, up to 3 years.

Look on the packet and see what the active ingredient is and act accordingly
Title: Re: Weed Killer
Post by: boxingtortoise on September 08, 2003, 18:08:29
Its actually a lawn weed that does not kill the grass.

Whatdya reckon?