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| Are beautyberry bushes toxic to horses? October 12, 2011 Are beautyberry bushes toxic to horses? View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer |  | |
| Pruning non-native oleanders September 28, 2011 I have an oleander that has become to "leggy". I read the pruning instructions, but where I want to prune, there are not any leaf nodes. Can I trim below at the base, or will I hurt the plant? I ... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Could hickory leaves be used as seasoning from Waynesboro VA September 17, 2011 I have a hickory tree. If I pull a leaf off and rip it then smell, there is a strong wonderful scent of hickory much like when I rip a mint leaf there is a strong smell of mint. So my question is, can... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Plant identification in Georgia September 14, 2011 I saw the same question that I was going to ask about the plant that folds its leaves at dusk, with sparse branches, rapid growth, small yellow flowers and long (whisker-like, but do not appear to be ... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer |  | |
| What to do if Mexican buckeye seeds are eaten September 09, 2011 What to do if seeds of the Mexican buckeye are eaten? I didn't know they were toxic. Please let me know as soon as you can. Thank you View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer |  | |
| Plant identification of tree in North Carolina September 07, 2011 I live in North Carolina have found a tree on our property that has thorny branches and round fruit (perfectly round) with a fuzzy outer layer that starts out green but then turns yellow. The inside r... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Is Purple Hopseed poisonous to dogs? September 03, 2011 Is the Purple Hopseed plant safe for dogs? We would like to plant a hedge of the purple hopseed at my parents home. They are elderly and have a small (8lb.) dog that they just love so much..I would ... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Plant identification for shrub in Florida September 03, 2011 On our street we have ornamental shrub planted in the median that has small waxy green leaves, produces small fragrant white flowers, and red berries with white pulp and small seeds on the inside. Th... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Identification of plant with red berries toxic to dogs August 29, 2011 I recently retrieved my poor doggy from the Vet. He had eaten a berry from an invasive-commonly seen brushy plant growing along my neighbors fence line. We try to keep our side clear-but the small lar... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer |  | |
| Removing poison ivy in Cuba MO August 27, 2011 I bought a home with a huge bed of hybrid iris but the bed is thick with poison ivy. If I cover myself head to toe to prevent getting it is there a way to clean the tubers so they will not be poison? ... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer |  | |
| Is Savannah Holly poisonous to burn in Hanahan, SC.? August 20, 2011 Can you please tell me if the wood from a savannah holly bush is poisonous to burn? View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Is non-native cotoneaster poisonous to goats from Eureka CA August 19, 2011 I have heard that cotoneaster is poisonous to goats and other animals. We are trying to get rid of it in our yard, but I was hoping we could use goats to eat it back. What are our options in removin... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Sturdiness of non- native poisonous oleanders August 16, 2011 We've seen a dozen different types of non-native plants in our yard perish in last winter's brutal freezes and this summer's record drought..which is good..except for the Oleanders, which nature ca... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Getting rid of poison ivy, poison oak and poison sumac July 30, 2011 How can I rid my yard of poison ivy, poison oak and poison sumac? I have tried roundup, poison ivy roundup and even a clorox solution and nothing seems to kill it, I keep seeing it come up. Any help ... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer |  | |
| What caused bump after walk in woods from Ontario July 25, 2011 I recently went for a walk in the woods near a stream. When I got to the river my leg had a little bump. It wasn't itching. I got home, it swelled even bigger. Can you tell me what plant I bumped int... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Are palm tree seeds toxic? July 08, 2011 Are palm tree seeds toxic to other plants? I have palm trees around my pool and it seems that nothing will grow very good where the old seeds are in the ground. View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Fast-growing tree for horse arena in Southern California July 06, 2011 I live in Trabuco Canyon, CA, and we just lost an old Sycamore in our horse arena. I would like to replace it with some thing that is fast growing, and will be able to withstand life around horses, o... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Plants in wheelbarrow dying in Jacksonville, FL June 22, 2011 I planted a wheelbarrow with daisies, petunias and black and blue salvia. the salvia is thriving, but the others died. Is the salvia toxic to them? View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Jimsonweed and its toxic nature June 21, 2011 I purchased a Jimson weed plant at a local plant sale at the Ladybird Johnson Wildflower Center this spring and was quite surprised at how quickly & large it grew. After the first round of flowers fa... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Is Chilopsis linearis poisonous to dogs in Midland, TX? June 04, 2011 Is any variety of Chilopsis linearis (particularly bubba bubba) poisonous to animals? I'm thinking about using it as a source of shade for multiple dog kennels in west Texas. View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Plants causing skin irritation in West Bend WI May 26, 2011 Is there a list of plants that cause blistering in this area? I have a friend who gets it bad every year-I find no evidence of cow parsnip or poison ivy---thanks. View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Are banana plants poisonous to dogs in Metarie, LA? May 25, 2011 Can a dog die from eating a banana plant that I have growing in my yard? View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| is the rainbow Eucalyptus poisonous to horses in FL? May 24, 2011 Is the Rainbow Eucalyptus Tree poisonous to horses? View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Food for a veiled chameleon in Columbus GA May 20, 2011 Hi I own a Veiled Chameleon, and have been recently searching for different options as to live plant use for their cage. It has pretty much come down to using hibiscus plants and only hibicus plants. ... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Is Thalia dealbata toxic to dogs? May 16, 2011 A pond in a park frequented by dogs contains Thalia dealbata and I have seen numerous dogs eating the roots with relish, which we discourage, of course. They seem to really enjoy it though. Aft... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer |  | |
| Broad leaved evergreens for DC May 06, 2011 We are looking for a flowering evergreen shrub, native to the mid-Atlantic, that grows in part shade but will tolerate full sun. We have been researching rhododendrons and azaleas but are concerned a... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Are any cherry trees poisonous from Clovis CA? April 30, 2011 Are there some cherry trees that are poisonous? if so, how do you identify them? View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Is the Texas buckeye as poisonous as the Ohio buckeye from Carrollton TX April 10, 2011 Is the Texas buckeye as poisonous as Ohio Buckeye? View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Non-toxic Groundcover for North-Central Texas April 07, 2011 I need a creeping ground cover for shade that is non-toxic to dogs. I had planned on Swedish ivy until I read it was toxic. Is Asian jasmine toxic? Or, do you have any suggestions? View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer |  | |
| Failure to bloom of Eve's necklacepod in Austin April 04, 2011 I have a young Eve's necklace that never blooms in the spring. I wonder every spring if this will be the year, but the blooms never come. Is there a reason for this? The tree is about three or fou... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Is Nothoscordum bivalve (crow poison, false garlic) really poison April 02, 2011 Your Native Plants Database notes that False Garlic (aka, Crow Poison), Nothoscordum bivalve, is poisonous. Many other sites also state this, but I have been unable to find a reference giving specifi... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Allergy-causing plant in the Dallas/Fort Worth metroplex area March 17, 2011 Do you know what is growing (or floating in the air) in the DFW metroplex now, but not growing or floating the rest of the year? I have a 3 year old that has gotten extremely itchy this time of the ... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Toxicity of Texas Mountain Laurel seeds to livestock and dogs? March 09, 2011 Are the seeds of the Texas Mountain Laurel poisonous to livestock or dogs? Thanks View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Need to know if coral honeysuckle is toxic to dogs in North Port, FL. March 01, 2011 Could you please tell me if coral honeysuckle is toxic to dogs. I would like to plant it in my backyard, but do not plant anything that would be toxic to my dog if she decided to chew on it. Thank y... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Dogs developing allergic skin problems in Waco TX February 24, 2011 We have 2 West Highland White terriers..since we moved 2 yrs. ago, they have developed TERRIBLE skin problems at our new home, about 5 miles from our old home, in Waco. What contact plants, shrub... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Poisonous plants of Texas Bays and Estuaries February 24, 2011 What is a poisonous native plants of the Bay and Estuary system in Southeast Texas? View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Root cuttings for non-native, poisonous oleander from Mobile AL December 16, 2010 I need help with best method to root cuttings from my oleander tree. Please advise best method. Thanks View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Non-poisonous Hedge for Southern California November 27, 2010 What is a non-poisonous (to dogs), fast-growing, evergreen plant that I can grow as a tall screening hedge for privacy? I find differing opinions on Carolina Cherry and Podocarpus gracilior. Thank you... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Is the fruit of Bradford Pears toxic to dogs? November 16, 2010 I need to know if the little Berries on the Bradford Pear trees are toxic to dogs? My labrador loves eating them. Thank you, View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Searching for poisonous plants from Kansas City November 13, 2010 Looking on how to acquire wourali vine, upas, or arrow poison wood. View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Mulberry sap in the bloodstream from Kansas City November 13, 2010 What affect does mulberry sap have if put in contact with the blood stream? View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Are wild cherry trees poisonous for horses? October 31, 2010 I have just purchased a pony and have been told that wild cherry trees could cause harm or even kill her. Is this true and where can I go to get a list of all the poisonous plants, shrubs and trees fo... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Is Loropetalum poisonous to horses in Lake City FL? October 26, 2010 Is loropetalum poisonous to horses? I know it is a member of the witch hazel family but cannot find a definitive answer about loropetalum itself. Thank you! View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Are the leaves of the Fruitless Palm Tree poisonous in Redding California? October 18, 2010 Are Fruitless Palm Tree leaves poisonous? I was poked in the hand with a leaf of one of the branches. It was a dead leaf/Branch? Please Help! View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Miami gardener needs to know toxicity of Cordia boissieri October 12, 2010 Hello. I have a question about Cordia boissieri. Is it toxic for humans (all parts of the plant)? I want to plant it in South Florida, in an area with children. View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Horse-friendly plants for Powell OH September 24, 2010 I am looking for horse friendly plants, i.e., shrubs, trees, bushes, etc. that can be planted in wet area in Ohio. Thank you in advance for your assistance. View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer |  | |
| Perennials non-toxic to horses in Thayer MO September 21, 2010 I live in South Central Missouri. I am looking for a plant/shrub to plant in pots (our soil is clay and very rocky)to landscape the front of our barn. This plant can't be harmful to horses and must b... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| How to Remove Pokeweed in Greenburg, Pennsylvania September 10, 2010 Last year I purchased a home with 3 acres of land and it is infested with pokeweeds,Phytolacca americana! I have small children and know this is a poisonous plant. Could you please tell me a way to ... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Petals of flowers on cake from London August 28, 2010 Hi could you please confirm whether it is safe to position an amaryllis on top of a fresh cream cake (it will not be eaten, nor will the stem touch the cream, it will be positioned in a non toxic vial... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Petals of flowers on cake from London August 28, 2010 Hi could you confirm that Gemini, Lisianthus and Lilies are non toxic if positioned onto a fresh cream cake (stem will be paced into a vial but the petals will come into contact with the cream). Thank... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Horses exposed to toxic plants in Charles Town WV July 13, 2010 Mr. Smarty Pants, I have a big problem on my hands! Four of my horses have gotten into something toxic, but I must find out what. I found an unusual plant that a mare chased her foal away from. It's ... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Are Chilean Mesquite pods poisonous to dogs? July 12, 2010 Are chilean Mesquite tree pods poisonous to dogs? View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Poisonous weeds in Bedford County, PA June 21, 2010 I am battling my second bad round of poison in a month, this time on my face and in my left eye. It's awful. Problem is, I have looked and looked for poison ivy, oak and sumac around my neighborhoo... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Pet-friendly plants for ground cover in Bastrop TX June 21, 2010 Any pet-friendly plants that can be used for ground-cover in Central Texas? View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Thorn in the hand in Benton KY June 14, 2010 My husband got stuck by a thorn on a thorn bush and the thorn was a goldish copper color. There is a knot on his hand and pain in his fingers to his elbow. Do you know what kind of bush this could b... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Is non-native Tillandsia air plant poisonous to cats? June 07, 2010 Are Tillandsia/air plants poisonous to cats? Please help! View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Are globe mallows (Sphaeralcea spp.) harmful to dogs May 20, 2010 My dogs eat the wild globe mallow plants in my yard. Could that be harmful to them? View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Is arborvitate (Thuja sp.) safe for horses May 16, 2010 Is arborvitae poisonous to horses? I want to plant it along the horse pasture. If it is poisonous, what are similar plants that are not poisonous to horses? View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Poisonous thorn in Marion NC May 16, 2010 Yesterday my son got a thorn stuck in his foot. I removed it but his foot is still swollen and puffy today. What kind of plants have poisonous thorns? View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Is the Magnolia 'Ann' safe for horses May 14, 2010 I bought a magnolia "ann". Will it hurt my horses to eat any part of it? View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Drought-tolerant plants that are non-toxic to dogs May 10, 2010 I am looking for drought-tolerant native plants non-poisonious to dogs. We are putting gardens in an area the dog has access to, and she likes to sample the darndest things. South side of the house,... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Alternative to Carolina Cherry Laurel in Cedar Park TX May 10, 2010 I love the look of the Carolina Cherry Laurel but hear that its berries are poisonous and can harm my dog if he eats them. What are some other alternatives that have a similar look; I'm looking for ... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| New house plant in pot in Chevy Chase MD May 07, 2010 Is it possible for one house plant to eventually die in the pot while a completely different plant grows in its place? The new plant looks similar to the potted plant next to it but it is not quite t... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Recommended plants for horse farm in Lansford PA April 22, 2010 Recently started a small horse farm in northeast Pennsylvania just east of the Pocono Mountain plateau. Located in a foggy valley adjacent to a lake. Snowy, cold winters; wet springs; dry summers; ni... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Is Florida anisetree appropriate for school planting in New Orleans? April 22, 2010 Illicium floridanum, Florida anisetree We are considering using this plant for a landscape at a school. I have been informed that it is poisonous, but not by a reliable source. I am otherwise very... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Is the California Poppy posionous to dogs? April 16, 2010 Can you tell me if the wild orange-colored California poppy is poisonous to dogs? They grow like weeds in my yard. Thanks. View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Evergreen pet-safe shrubs for house and screening in McKinney TX April 15, 2010 Looking for shrub, preferably evergreen, to plant near the house that can handle wet ground and is pet (dog, cat, horse) safe. The area became boggy after we had an underground water leak that is now ... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Are Chanticleer flowering pears toxic to horses? March 28, 2010 Are Chanticleer flowering pears toxic to horses? View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Pruning the leaves of Sago Palm. March 10, 2010 Is it a cardinal sin to remove all the sago palm branches? This winter they were so badly scorched by the cold that hardly a frond went unaffected. So I cut them all off as I needed to get around the... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Cutting back non-native oleanders affected by freeze in Austin January 30, 2010 After the last hard freeze makes my oleanders look dead. Can I cut them down to the ground this time of year? View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Need information about the toxicity of some newly acquired plants in Austin, TX January 04, 2010 Hi Mr. Smarty Plants, I just got a Carolina Buckthorn tree, a silk tassel, a wafer ash, and an escarpment black cherry tree. I wonder if any of these trees produce berries that would be poisonous to ... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Could ammonia harm poisonous, non-native oleander in Bay Point CA December 20, 2009 Could ammonia harm my Oleander plant? I have been spraying ammonia under it to keep neighborhood cats from using the soil under the plant as a sand box. If so, do you have any suggestions as to what... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Is Norfolk pine poisonous to cats? December 11, 2009 Is a northfork pine poisonous to cats? View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Injury while pulling weeds in Chandler TX November 18, 2009 I stabbed my self this last weekend when pulling roots from a bed so i'm not sure what it was. At the time it was a sharp pain so I pulled off my glove to look at it,barely scratched the skin so on I... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Spots on leaves of sevenleaf creeper in Austin November 14, 2009 Have 3 seven leaf creepers that are planted in mostly shade. In Sept & Oct 2009 all 3 plants had dried up leaves which fell off; however, all three plants grew new leaves when we got rain and are com... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Fall care for Fan Scarlet lobelia in Rock Island IL November 09, 2009 What do I do with Scarlet Fan lobelia in the fall; do I cut it back or let it go as is? View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Are the seeds of Texas ebony poisonous to dogs from Chandler AZ October 30, 2009 Please tell me if it is dangerous for my puppy to eat the seeds of a Texas ebony. She seems to be attracted to them. View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Is Parthenocissus heptaphylla poisonous? October 27, 2009 Hi, I have a simple question for you, but I can't seem to find the answer to it. Is Parthenocissus heptaphylla toxic the way the VA creeper is? From what I've read, they're very similar in many way... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Is hopseed bush poisonous to horses in San Diego October 26, 2009 I need to plant a hedge to block unwanted neighbors and shield the horse corral from the house. I love the hopseed bush for its growing habits and color, especially the purple hopseed. I need to know ... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Are Smilax species toxic? October 23, 2009 I have a plant that the agriculture department told me was similax. I have a severe allergic reaction to it, after digging up the roots (potato) and burning them. I had a feeling my lungs inside were ... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Datura in the state of Washington. October 09, 2009 I have a datura species growing beneath my bird feeder. How did it get here in Western Washington?? It has the typical fragrant, tubular flowers & spiky seed pods. It has grown 3' tall & 4' wide. Am... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Are leatherleaf viburnum or Carolina Sapphire toxic to horses? October 03, 2009 Are Leather-leaf Viburnum or Carolina Saphire toxic to equine? I would like to plant them near the fence line. View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Precautions to take with Jack-in-the-Pulpit, Arisaema triphyllum September 13, 2009 Are there precautions to take, such as wearing gloves while separating the seeds from the Jack In The Pulpit berries. The photos I have seen have gloved hands. I've read that the plant is toxic if in... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Itchy hands from handling Lantana plants September 13, 2009 I am in Ocala,FL. I pick up with my hands branches from a cut down Lantana Plant. My hands are very itchy, what can I do. THANK YOU FOR YOU. View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Native plants and possible poisonous plants in Aguanga, California August 31, 2009 I am in the process of moving to Aguanga California. I am interested in knowing what the native plants are in that area. Are they poison to animals and kids? View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Trimming Texas mountain laurel in Austin August 27, 2009 Is there a specific time to trim established mountain laurels? Should I cut off the dried seed pods since they are weighing down the branches? View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Are palm leaves poisonous? August 25, 2009 I live in a second story house surronded by various types of palm trees on the west coast of Florida. My 1 year old son crawls on the decks and tries to taste all of the palm leaves that sneak through... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Plants safe for donkeys in Foristell MO August 22, 2009 I am looking for a plant that can grow next to a farm fence, preferably the length of the fence approx 75 ft. in a long row, one that miniature donkeys can safely eat, if they so choose. I like your ... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Transplanting adventitious shoots of a mountain laurel in San Antonio August 20, 2009 Is it possible to transplant branches (shoots) growing from a mountain laurel that was chopped down? Some are two years old and several feet tall (but not yet blooming) and some as small as a foot. ... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Toxicity of Yucca leaves San Marcos, TX August 19, 2009 Can you tell me if Yucca constricta leaves are poisonous? I ran into one at night and the next morning had a hive-like, VERY itchy rash. View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Toxic effect of mulberry fruits and sap August 18, 2009 What would be the toxic effect of the unripe fruit of the mulberry tree or the white sap? View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| What tree berries causes blisters in PA? July 22, 2009 This summer my family was playing with some berries picked from a tree in our backyard. They would place them in their mouths and shoot them through homemade pea-shooters. Shortly after everyone beg... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Is carrotwood poisonous to Boston Terrier in Rancho Cucamonga CA? July 20, 2009 My Boston Terrier always goes to our carrotwood tree and licks the base. He gets so excited that he drools all over the place? Why does this tree cause this reaction in our dog? Is it poisonous to ... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Is Desert willow poisonous to horses in Boerne TX July 17, 2009 I have just purchased Bubba Desert Willows and have horses. Will they eat them, do you know and if so will they be harmed? Thanks View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Plant identification from Peoria IL July 10, 2009 I removed a plant from our workplace that employees were afraid was hallucinogenic seeds. Central Illinois. Very purple stem. Purple flowers. Black seeds. Any ideas? View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Skin irritation caused by hydrangea in Monroe GA July 06, 2009 Can Queen Anne Lace hydrangea cause a skin irritation such as poison ivy or oak? I picked up a branch that had broken off to discard and the following day I have a place on my arm about six inches lon... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Plants to replace poison ivy in Kingsport TN July 03, 2009 Am in the process of killing off poison ivy that is growing vigorously. What do you recommend to plant in its place. I don't want to leave area open to other invasive plants. (Yes, poison ivy is a... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Removing poison ivy around live oak in Hockley TX July 02, 2009 We have a large live oak in our backyard, estimated to be over 100 years old. I am working on clearing out the brush that is under the tree. Can I spray commercially available poison ivy killer in t... View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Poisonous cherries from trees in Angola, IN June 25, 2009 Are there any poisonous cherries from trees in Indiana? View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
| Palm tip wound in Sacramento CA June 25, 2009 My husband was stuck in his calf with a palm leaf, he is now complaining of stiffness where it went in, is there any kind of poison in it? View Mr. Smarty Plants' Answer | ||
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