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Can yard wastes of unknown origin be safely composted without concern over potential herbicides?

April 26, 2017composted herbicides origin potential safely unknown yard

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Can yard wastes of unknown origin be safely composted without concern over potential herbicides?

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No. Lawn clippings with herbicides on them may kill garden plants if used as a mulch or “young” compost. If herbicide use is suspected, materials should be thoroughly composted in hot piles and allowed to cure for several months before using in the garden.