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If vandalism is suspected, photographs of the damage can be useful. These may be needed for evidence if the matter is taken further. Weedkiller residues are difficult to test for in soil or plant material ( note: the RHS does not offer this service) but a report from a consultant is worth considering hormone’ weedkillers as they mimic plant hormones, causing characteristic twisted or distorted growth Roses, tomatoes, potatoes, brassicas and vines are particularly sensitive to this type of weedkiller.

Attempting to dig out the plants often assists their spread as, unless great care is taken, this operation will distribute the tubercles (small tubers). Dig out tubers and young plants before flowering but this may need to be repeated over several seasons If you suspect a problem with a particular batch of peat-free or peat-reduced compost or manureit is possible to do a simple test for weedkiller residues. This involves germinating plants that are sensitive to herbicide such as tomatoes or beans. How to do thetest Apply the spray in mid-summer when there is lots of leafy growth, then reapply if necessary later in summer products containing clopyralid* (which is especially persistent) should not be composted and the next

If after three weeks the seeds fail to emerge, the seedlings or cuttings are distorted, show less growth than in the controls or exhibit fern-like growth in the suspect growing media, while control plants are normal, there are strong grounds to believe weedkiller residues are present. What to do Tough weedkillers containing glyphosate (e.g. RoundupStump Killer,Doff Weedout Extra ToughWeedkiller or Westland Resolva Pro Xtra Tough Concentrate) can be applied in late summer when growth is strong. Before using, bruise the shoots with a rake to ensure effective penetration Weedkillers for gardeners (Adobe Acrobat pdf document outlining weedkillers available to gardeners; see sections 1b, 4 and 5). Links

When spraying, protect nearby garden plants by covering with a plastic sheet or screen with a board. These can be removed when the spray is dry on the foliage Where the weed is established clear of garden plants, a glyphosate-based weedkiller (e.g. Roundup Fast Action, SBM Job Done General PurposeWeedkiller or Doff Advanced ConcentratedWeedkiller) can be applied as an overall spray. This is best done from mid-summer onwards, when the weed is coming into flower, or later, but before the foliage begins to die down in autumn. Enchanter’s nightshade usually favours loose soils rich in leaf litter, conditions in which it can be forked out with little difficulty, although it may be hard to remove all traces of the weed at a single attempt.In certain situations where soil and light levelssuit this weed, control may only be achieved by a campaign of several years of removing as much root as possible while dealing promptlywith any regrowth. The mention of any product, supplier or service does not constitute an endorsement by the Society. Manufacturers/Distributors

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To reduce the amount of drift when treating a lawn it is better to use a watering can with a dribble bar or a fine rose rather than a sprayer First, consider whether this can be done using non-chemical means such as digging out but where thismethodisnot feasible, chemical controls may need to be used. STEP 3: Into each pot sow four broad bean seeds or insert four tomato cuttings (use sideshoots from healthy tomato plants). Water well with clean water. The RHS believes that avoiding pests, diseases and weeds by good practice in cultivation methods, cultivar selection, garden hygiene and encouraging or introducing natural enemies, should be the first line of control. If chemical controls are used, they should be used only in a minimal and highly targeted manner. Cultural control

The mention of any product, supplier or service does not constitute an endorsement by the Society. Weedkillers available for Home Gardeners RHS Gardening Advice, April 2023or foliar-acting, the weedkiller remaining in the soil for weeks or months, depending on the active Weedkillers for gardeners (Adobe Acrobat pdf document outlining different weedkillers available for gardeners; see sections 1b, 4 and 5) Links Weed killers are every gardener’s friend. While some of us are better than others at growing shrubs and plants, all of us seem to be able to “grow weeds”. Thankfully, you can rid your lawn, patio, gravel drive, paths, and vegetable patches of these nuisance visitors using a range of highly effective and fast-acting weed-killer products. Manufacturers may also give a period of composting for subsequent mowings (but not the first mowing) after which the herbicide will have decayed – typically this will be around 9 months. Treated clippings should not be added to municipal green waste composting as there is the risk of spreading contaminated compost.Also some councils will not accept green material in ordinary domestic waste or for landfill at waste disposal centres.In such cases dealing with treated grass in the garden is the only option as well as good practice.