(WBOY.com) — The official start of summer is nearing, which means more will head outdoors to go hiking and camping. The Volunteer State is known for its natural beauty, and while it’s worth ...

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 ...

Summer is in full bloom and so are plants and weeds that can cause you harm. Outdoor enthusiasts, gardeners and just about everyone else should know about poison ivy, poison oak, poison sumac and ...

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 ...

The staghorn sumac (Rhus typhina, previously Rhus hirta) is a common plant with a strikingly uncommon appearance. The young branches of the staghorn sumac are upright, with velvety red-brown hairs, ...

If you are lucky enough to have a large outside space, planting trees is a wonderful way to add structure and foliage. Watching the trees you have planted grow year after year can be incredibly ...

When I announced to some friends that I was planning to establish a native sumac grove on my property, the first thing I heard was, “Why would you want to plant that trash tree on your property?” I ...

Spring officially arrived on March 20, but for many gardeners and outdoor enthusiasts, the real start of spring occurs the first time the telltale itching, skin rash and blistering appear after ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Sumac is a spice that has been gaining wider visibility over the past couple of decades. It's long been very popular in Mediterranean and ...

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 ...