"Preen" is a brand name for a pre-emergent herbicide. Herbicides are designed to kill plants, and
you should never use herbicides when planting vegetables.
Here's why:
* Herbicides are toxic: They can harm your vegetables, contaminate the soil, and potentially harm you and your family.
* Pre-emergent herbicides work by preventing seeds from germinating: This means you won't be able to successfully plant your vegetables if you've used a pre-emergent herbicide.
Instead of using "Preen" or other herbicides, there are many natural and effective ways to control weeds in your vegetable garden:
* Mulching: Applying a layer of mulch, like straw or wood chips, helps suppress weeds and retain moisture.
* Hand weeding: Regularly removing weeds by hand is the most effective way to control them.
* Crop rotation: Changing the crops you grow in a particular area each year can help control weeds.
* Companion planting: Some plants naturally deter weeds, so planting them near your vegetables can help control weed growth.
Remember, choosing safe and sustainable methods for weed control is essential for a healthy and productive vegetable garden.
