Bosseye wrote:
Hi,
Have just (mechanically) cleared 0.25 acres of old and impenetrable
rododendron, and having removed the roots, will rotovate and overlay
with 6" of soil/sand/loam mix before laying a new lawn.

However, I'm expecting some potential problems:

First, I'm aware that the rhododendron is toxic to other plants, and
I'm trying to understand what may not be plantable in the reclaimed
land (ie. lawn, laurel, fruit trees etc). And also what might be done
to neutralise this effect.

Second, I'm aware that there is likely to be rhododendron seeds left in
the ground, which will doubtless sprout. Will glyphosate neutral these,
or do I require something different, and will that be fine to seed lawn
in mid September.

Any help appreciated.
Kind regards,
David.





I don't know where you heard that Rhododendrons are toxic to other
plants. I have many Rhodys planted next to other things and it is not a
problem. I doubt the seeds will be a problem. If perchance a few do
sprout the first mowing will take care of them for good.


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Travis in Shoreline Washington