Is it safe to eat vegetables that were grown next to Pokeweed??
I just identified a weed in my vegetable garden as Pokeweed. I'm in the process of removing it, but I'm now wondering if I should remove the tomato plants that were growing next to it and that touched its leaves?
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It is considered a poisonous plant, especially the berries. I would check with your local cooperative extension about your tomato plants.
This is a tough question, the references vary on whether it is toxic or not and get down to specific parts of this plant. I would defer to the knowledge of a master gardener, which brings up another point, what do they use as a reference on this plant?
Hello. For the best local professional advice I would highly suggest contacting your cooperative extension. These offices are manned by volunteer master gardeners on site there waiting to answer the communities questions that know your local situation quite well.
Master gardeners are required to volunteer back designated hours ( plus continuing education) each year to maintain MG certification -this community outreach and education is their goal.It is common to have a professional paid extension agent on duty on site as well.
here is info about poke weed
https://ucanr.edu/blogs/blogcore/postdetail.cfm?postnum=6296&sharing=yes
All parts of the plant are toxic, so use care (and gloves) when removing it. I didn't find anything about it affecting nearby plants, but, check with your local agricultural extension department office for peace of mind. Good luck!
If it were me, I would rather be safe and would just remove the tomato plants growing close to it. More than likely you'd be ok, but why risk it.
If you cook the vegetables that were near it, it may be helpful. This article may also help. https://www.saveur.com/poke-sallet/
My father-in-law at it raw on purpose one time and profusely regrets it. He was sick all night near the toilet. It WILL clean you out!!
Unsure about whether or not your tomatoes are safe. However, this article might help you with removal:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/vegetables/pokeweed/controlling-pokeberry-plants.htm
If you could post a picture of the vase, we would be able to better tell you what you could do with it. Size & shape makes a big difference as to what you can do. If you post a pic, please list the dimensions of the vase as pics can often be deceiving. There are some amazing people posting epic vases on You Tube.
Tomatos should be fine
I would call the cooperative extension to speak to a pro. I wouldn't want to mess with that.
Agree with Kim call your local extension service and ask. I personally don't care for growing food next to something toxic.