Use of Roundup

Is it safe to use Roundup to clear weeds before planting vegetables?

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#1 Comment By Nikki On 03/17/2014 @ 12:55 pm

Almost all weed killers have a period of time after which it is safe to eat food grown in them. The time varies but usually takes about a year. As a precaution though, I would suggest washing the vegetables thoroughly prior to eating. Here is more info: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/soil-fertilizers/how-long-does-weed-killer-last-in-the-soil.htm ^[1] The following article provides alternative weed killing approaches: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/special/organic/homemade-pet-friendly-weed-killer.htm ^[2]

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