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Westland After Cut All in 1 - misuse

nicolapcckgpUOQJq_nicolapcckgpUOQJq_ Posts: 3
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Working in a community garden where someone has accidentally spread granule's of Westland After Cut All in 1 over a large patch of grass, in two raised flower beds, and one raised bed for veg. Not surprisingly everything has turned black and died. 
With the raised beds do we need to remove all of the soil (they're very deep) and refill before replanting? or can we take out a proportion of the soil? 
Particularly concerned about the raised bed for veg. as I don't want us to plant more veg on soil that may be poisonous.
Not encountered this before so would be very grateful for any advice. 
Many thanks

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  • bcpathomebcpathome Posts: 1,313
    I’m not an expert but are you sure of the product that was “ accidentally “ spread .( how could it be an accident ). If you are sure your best plan would be to contact the makers and ask them. If it’s still on the surface in granules you maybe could try taking off the top 8 inches or so ,but if it’s rained it’ll have contaminated everything. If it’s all black and dead that tells you all you need to know surely.
  • FairygirlFairygirl Posts: 55,117
    If it's in veg beds, I wouldn't risk it @nicolapcckgpUOQJq_.  I think I'd err on the side of caution with those, which is a huge PITA for you.  :/
    Unless you were considering sowing/planting any veg for winter, it's not as bad as it could be, as it's a wee bit late now for anything other than salad crops, and you can do those in pots. 

    The planted beds will probably recover, as it's basically like using a weedkiller, but it would be wise to remove some of the soil [maybe about 8 inches or so, depending on the depth of the beds] and leave it until next year, or at least till winter, before adding new soil and planting anything new. A weedkiller used on grass needs to be left for around 6 weeks before sowing new grass seed, so I'd think along those lines.  :)

    When you see the grass recovering, that will be a good sign that things are improving.

    It's a place where beautiful isn't enough of a word....



    I live in west central Scotland - not where that photo is...
  • nicolapcckgpUOQJq_nicolapcckgpUOQJq_ Posts: 3
    Thank you very much for your advice. Really appreciate it. :smile:
    Yes, I'm v. cautious about the veg bed.
    Its awful to see all the dead plants after people's hard work, but hopefully with a bit of work we can get things back on track. 
    Beautiful photo. You're in a lovely part of the world :smile:
  • FairygirlFairygirl Posts: 55,117
    I don't live where that photo is taken - that would be rather difficult as it's at around 3,500 feet of altitude   ;)
    I'm very lucky that I can visit these places though, and enjoy the views on a good day. That hill is in the north west of my beautiful country. I'm slightly biased...  :)

    I wish you luck with your project though - it's heart breaking when you've put a lot of effort into that kind of thing. I hope you can get it sorted. I think it's wise to give it some time though. 
    It's a place where beautiful isn't enough of a word....



    I live in west central Scotland - not where that photo is...
  • nicolapcckgpUOQJq_nicolapcckgpUOQJq_ Posts: 3
    Yes, it was accidental. The volunteer thought it was something else combined with not following instructions given to them verbally. They're very upset by what's resulted from their actions. Not malicious. 
    Aware the plants and soil are contaminated given their state.
    Just seeking advice re: level of soil removal required as beds are deep  - and money is tight so if it is not necessary to lift it all out and replace we'd prefer not to. 
    Have contacted the manufacturer. No response as yet, so thought I'd try this forum as many people on here know their stuff and are helpful. 
    Thanks.

  • FairygirlFairygirl Posts: 55,117
    Hopefully the manufacturer might give more accurate advice @nicolapcckgpUOQJq_ and be able to reassure you  :)
    I expect the volunteer will be feeling really bad about it. These things happen.  When  product says 'weed and feed' it's easy to see the 'feed' bit and be unaware of possible problems. 
    Good luck - perhaps locals will contribute some compost/soil to replace the damaged stuff. Maybe one of the social media sites could help you with that   :)
    It's a place where beautiful isn't enough of a word....



    I live in west central Scotland - not where that photo is...
  • bcpathomebcpathome Posts: 1,313
    I’m so pleased that it wasn’t done maliciously .I’m  always concerned for community projects because you just don’t know who’s coming and going a lot of the time. Hope all goes well after this set back .
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