Poison Ivy

Control of poison ivy is often a real problem for the suburbanite. However, it need not be tolerated since improved herbicides have become available.  Eradication by hand pulling is exasperating,

Every summer, poison ivy causes much suffering, yet it can be controlled. The rash is caused by a volatile oil produced by the plant leaves.  It is said that Indians

Poison Ivy causes tremendous amounts of suffering every year. While it is widely distributed, many people, young and old, do not recognize this pernicious, native plant and get into trouble

The French have a way of interpreting certain most delightful words; hence, to them, the moccasin flower is Sabot-de-LaNierge, or”our lady’s slipper.”  In old English, it was “our lady’s shoes”

Nearly every plant we know is steeped in history, legend, and fable. Some are more fascinating, even more amusing than others, but all have a place in the plant kingdom. 

Every year, millions of people suffer itching, swelling, blisters, and even sometimes prostration and death by touching the poison ivy that grows anywhere from Maine to Florida and Nebraska. The

Ready to explore the differences between sumac vs. poison sumac plants? Sumac (aka Sumach) is an interesting group of plants. There are many harmless varieties you can use for many