31/08/2026
π½ SEPTIC SMART TIP β THINK BEFORE YOU PLANTπ
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Did you know your septic tank and trenches are not the place for your veggie patch or fruit trees?
Avoid planting edible plants such as vegetables, herbs, fruit trees or anything else you plan to eat over or immediately around your septic tank or disposal trenches.
Why? π
π§ The soil around trenches receives treated wastewater.
π¦ It may still contain bacteria and other contaminants you don't want near food crops.
βοΈ Digging and gardening can also damage the underground system.
π³ Fruit tree roots can invade pipes and trenches looking for moisture.
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Best practice: Keep septic and trench areas for suitable shallow-rooted, non-edible plants or grass β and grow your food garden well away from the wastewater disposal area.
A healthy septic system starts with knowing what belongs above it as well as what goes down it.
Not sure whatβs safe around your septic system?
Call Mick - heβs always happy to help.
βοΈ0409 488 436
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