It might be tempting to remove poison ivy in the winter when the plant is relatively dormant, but there are several reasons ...

SHREVEPORT, La. - For many homeowners, battling unwanted plants in the yard is just part of the routine. But one invasive vine can do more than take over flowerbeds — it can cause painful rashes and ...

Consult with a poison ivy expert, bring a (bagged) sample to your local cooperative extension office, download a plant identification app or compare photos of your vine to those in books or on an ...

Poison ivy, oak, and sumac contain an oil called urushiol that causes an allergic skin rash. These plants can be identified by their leaf structure, though some non-toxic plants look similar. To avoid ...

Try one of these chemical-free methods to get rid of the pesky plant. If you’ve ever gone hiking, you’ve probably heard the warning, “Leaves of three, let it be.” Poison ivy, Toxicodendron radicans, ...