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  • Answered by
    Nikki on
    April 6, 2011
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    Almost all weed killers have a period of time after which where it is safe eat food grown in them. The time varies. Organic solutions may take longer to kill the weeds but are less costly and have a shorter time for safe consumption. Chemical controls tend to be more effective but will take longer to fade.

    In short, really they are all technically safe. Which you use in your garden is a personal choice.

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  • Answered by
    Nikki on
    April 7, 2011
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    Any kind can be used, but be careful when using it. A salted area will not grow anything, including the plants you want to grow.

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    Heather on
    April 10, 2011
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    Corn meal acts as a pre-emergent, meaning it will prevent weeds from germinating but will not kill weeds already growing. I would reapply it monthly.

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    Nikki on
    April 12, 2011
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    You may want to consider planting a no-dig garden. This provides the same benefits as a traditional garden but without the hassle of digging or tilling...and is great for knocking out those pesky weeds, especially unwanted grass.

    Here is an article or two that you may find helpful: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/special/starting/how-to-build-a-flower-bed-starting-a-flower-bed-from-scratch.htm
    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/special/urban/raised-beds-for-urban-settings-no-digging-required.htm

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    Nikki on
    April 14, 2011
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    The recommended wait period (before seeding) when using corn gluten meal is usually 4 to 6 weeks - that's the period the gluten is effective. I would imagine that regular corn meal would be about the same.

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    Nikki on
    April 18, 2011
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    Many people like to use weed barrier cloth in their garden to keep the weeds down. If that is not appealing, mulching around your plants as you plant them will also keep the weeds down.

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    Heather on
    April 22, 2011
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    These articles will help you:
    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/foliage/bamboo/kill-bamboo.htm
    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/groundcover/english-ivy/kill-english-ivy.htm

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