Are tree killing plugs safe to use?

Question

When removing a tree stump, is using stump killing plugs a safe method for use around children and pets?

Dan · Accepted Answer

Hi Cheryl

They are designed to be ok around children & pets but you’ll need to seek the advice on the packet or by the people supplying you with the service

Oliver · Answer

Yes, products like Eco-Plug capsules ensure that the limited dose of Glyphosate is released slowly and confined only to the woody parts of the stump. Interestingly, glyphosate is also the only product which is safe to use near watercourses as it does not affect water invertebrates and vertebrates. We only use eco-plugs as they are pet and child safe.

Ash · Answer

Yes when stump grinding is not possible and is safer than using dangerous chemicals

Ross · Answer

What tree are you using them on ?
Is it a hard wood tree or a soft wood tree ?

Jonathan · Answer

If you are using “eco plugs” where you drill a hole into the stump and hammering in the plugs, it is safe for children and pets as the poison is just in the stump and will rot from inside out

Lewis · Answer

Yes, they are safe but you ideally want to cover the tree stump anyways so that the treatment dosen't get washed away by rain.

Danny · Answer

Stump plugs are a slow way to kill stumps. Depending on the weather, time of year ect it could take 12 months +. My opinion is grinding out the stumps with a stump grinder. It’s quick and effective way to get rid of any old/unwanted stumps.

Barry · Answer

Yes they are safe as most are biodegradable and child and pet friendly or you can get the stump ground out .

Eleanor · Answer

Ecoplugs can be used., as long as these are used as instruction. they should be safe around pets and children.

Nigel · Answer

No...
A danger to a child for obvious reasons...

Children are curious about everything in the garden especially a hazardous environment.
... If a child is in the garden playing and a bit of the poison plug appears... a child might put t in their mouth!

Pets again are always playing outside but as they sniff, they may not try to eat it!

... It's not a risk worth taking in my opinion.

Are tree killing plugs safe to use?

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