>> Anyone else have thoughts on this? > What's the problem? I use diazinon on my plants if necessary. A google search revealed that diazinon is ok for vegetables when used according to manufacturer's directions. This according to New Mexico State Univ, Okla State Univ and many others. If you scooped out most of the granules you should be safe. If you haven't disowned your brother and he has the label for the product he used you can verify that. Pesticides and chiles do mix, as long as you follow directions. Scott... no holds barred against slugs... KCK