Poison ivy might be a small plant, but it can cause big trouble—for both your yard and your skin. Its oily sap, called urushiol, is what triggers that itchy rash, and even a tiny amount can cause a ...

A horticulture professor explains why this stubborn vine thrives and how to eradicate it.

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Fast-growing poison ivy vines can grow 20 feet each season along fence lines and in landscaped beds. Several methods work to get ...

More than likely, we've all had a scare once or twice involving poison ivy. If you are an outdoor enthusiast, being educated about poison ivy and how to deal with its effects is important. Learn how ...

Fortunately, most local areas received significant rainfall over the past week—certainly a welcome development. That said, I distinctly recall several days filled with complaints (mostly from myself) ...

English ivy, also known as Hedera Helix for plant fanatics, is a woody, evergreen, perennial vine with dark green unlobed leaves, and is often found climbing up walls, fences, or along the ground.

Ivy is an invasive weed, but experts say a natural ivy killer made from kitchen ingredients could help get rid of it once and for all.

CHICAGO (WGN) – WGN’s “Plant Daddy” Tim Joyce is back to share some weekend gardening tips, including how to get rid of poison ivy, growing lily of the valley and more. Got any questions for Tim?

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. That's because, as Amy McCord, florist and founder and CEO at Flower Moxie, explains, "Like bamboo, poison ivy has an extensive ...

What makes poison ivy a much dreaded plant is urushiol, an oily resin that, upon contact with the skin, can result in contact dermatitis, often presenting as a red, itchy rash with blisters or bumps.