PENTA PRESERVATIVE: Treatment for Greenhouse Wood

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by Robert M. [Bert] Hamilton (Compiler)

Originally published in The Orchid Doctor in 1980 and 1988

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Boards treated 18 months before lose their toxicity to plants; the pentachlorophenol fumes can be sealed in by painting with boiled linseed oil, plus aluminum paint for looks. A72-341; Penta preservative called "Woodlife" is disastrous to plants. A70-527; AH53
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PENTA PRESERVATIVE: Effect on Plants Some wood preserva tives give off harmful fumes if used in an enclosed space; Penta is not recommended for greenhouse use. A85-1233 0

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