Question from Bill
My tomatoe plants grow right next to my garage which, considering its age, is painted with lead-based paint. Is it possible that my tomatoe’s roots are sucking up lead from the ground? As paint deteriorates, does it even release lead into the ground?
If so, I’ll grow them in containers next year, however, would the tomatoe’s roots leach toxins from a 5 gallon plastic bucket?
Debra’s Answer
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