Can An Antidessicant Be Used On A Food Plant, Ie Rosemary?

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Its just a general question. No image needed. I live on the coast of ct in zone 7.

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Thu, Dec 29, 2022, 5:31 PM
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I looked at information on an anti dessicant product that is touted as non-chemical and non-toxic, but the safety sheet below says it can cause eye, skin and inhalation irritation. If a large amount is ingested, it can cause diarrhea, nausea, and vomiting. I'm sure no one would be ingesting a lot, but the product label doesn't mention edibles, only ornamentals. It does wear off in 3 to 4 months if you can time its use. It is made of pine resin and other components that enable it to leave a protective film on the plant.

https://plant-pest-advisory.rutgers.edu/primer-on-anti-transpirant-applications/
https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0593/4776/3355/files/Wilt-Pruf-SDS-1.0.pdf?v=1660930149
https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0593/4776/3355/files/WP_1_Pint.png?v=1635187813

Here is information on how to keep rosemary outside over winter.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/herbs/rosemary/winterizing-rosemary-plants.htm