One recent hot morning a light wind was blowing yellow leaves off walnut and poplar trees. It had been hot and humid for several days, which accounts for some of the yellow leaves, but these leaf ...

Poison ivy, poison oak and poison sumac can make for an uncomfortable summer or fall. If you have ever experienced the blisters, swelling and intense itching of even the briefest of encounters, then ...

As temperatures in the First State start to increase, people will be spending more time outdoors. Whether gardening or hiking, Delaware residents need to be on the lookout for certain plants that will ...

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 ...

CLARKSBURG, W.Va. (WBOY) — The official start of summer is nearing, which means more people will head outdoors to go hiking and camping. While it’s worth experiencing for yourself, there are some ...

Identifying poison ivy is an important life skill, especially for those who easily develop rashes upon exposure. “Leaves of three, let it be” is often shared as an easy way to identify the plant, but ...