Most gardeners have heard of the wise advice “leaves of three, let it be” referring to the pest plant poison ivy. While not quite as catchy, the saying really should be “leaflets of three, let it be.” ...

Poison ivy, Rhus radicans or Toxicodendron radicans, is an undeniable plant menace in home landscapes. I’m allergic to its plant oils, as you may be. It’s the plant we all love to hate. Purdue experts ...

Gardening Ivy is infested with large-leafed weeds: Gardening Q&A with George Weigel Updated: Sep. 08, 2014, 3:30 p.m. | Published: Sep. 08, 2014, 2:30 p.m.

After reading the title, some readers may recall the old Beetles tune, “Let it Be.” But, I’m not here to talk about music today; rather, I’d like to remind readers of the dangers of poison ivy. You ...

With so many green leaves this time of year, you might be wondering what's poison ivy and what's not-plus what to do if you think you've come in contact with it. Allow us to guide you as this ...

It’s the time of year for shorts, tank tops, sandals and poison ivy. A single leaf brushing bare skin can be enough to raise a red, blistering, weeping, vacation-killing rash. Poison ivy (Tox… ...

The dunes of Cape Cod are a favorite spot for poison ivy to grow among the grasses. (Courtesy of Eric Fisher) This article is more than 5 years old. Ah, autumn. The leaves are changing across the ...