Is pressure-treated wood harmful to vegetables and herbs?
January 14th, 2010 | by Vitamin Advisor |
jmstrn asked:
Will eating vegetables and herbs grown in a raised garden contructed from pressure-treated wood make one sick?
Will eating vegetables and herbs grown in a raised garden contructed from pressure-treated wood make one sick?
3 Responses to “Is pressure-treated wood harmful to vegetables and herbs?”
By Bow Hunter on Jan 17, 2010 | Reply
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If you’re using the old CCA treated lumber it could. But only if exposed to it for a long period of time. If you use ACQ, no, as there aren’t any poisons in the treating process. CCA used aresnic to keep bugs out.
By Tom M on Jan 20, 2010 | Reply
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Pressure treated wood is made with a compound called CFA….That is Copper. Ferrous and Cyanide. Those chemicals leech into the soil. The soils moisture is absorbed through the roots of the plants…….you be the judge.
By we_are_legion99 on Jan 20, 2010 | Reply
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Pressure treated wood, which has been around for many years is a great product when used correctly. If your food products are being grown in a small area close to the wood, say within a couple of feet, then I would reccomend choosing another type of wood. If it is being used where there is lots of room, like a retaining wall outside the garden, then I would think that fine.
The chemicals in it do not leach easily into the ground but common sense should be used.