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 ...

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

Poison ivy is the bane of many summer gardeners, but just because the leaves are gone doesn't mean it's harmless in winter. Watch out for this creepy vine.