A lush, colorful garden may look inviting, but some of the most popular plants can pose serious—and sometimes fatal—risks to ...

Claims that poinsettias can cause serious health problems or death in pets greatly exaggerate their risk, experts say.

It is important to be aware of landscaping plants that are toxic to dogs, some so poisonous that even small nibbles can lead ...

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 ...

Not all plants are wholesome for foraging animals. Certain species of milkweed, for example, that are highly valued as host plants for the dwindling monarch butterfly population, are extremely ...

There's a weed that's poisonous to both humans and animals that experts are saying to avoid this summer.It's called poison hemlock and according to researchers, it's one of the deadliest plants in ...

It is prudent to be aware of poisonous plants. They may exist on roadsides, rights-of-way, or other secluded areas, then find their way to livestock pastures and home landscapes. This article will ...

Weeds are already a frustrating nightmare for some green thumbs. Now there are two weeds to beware of while you’re gardening this summer. At this time of the year, poison hemlock and wild parsnips ...

Recently, a woman came to our office because her dog had just died. She wanted to see if any of the plants in her new home’s landscape were the cause. The first plant she showed me was the ti plant, ...

Over Memorial Day weekend and next week’s National Trails Day, thousands of Southern Californians will head into the great outdoors for some sun, exercise and natural beauty — and in many cases, a ...

The dainty plant that looks so innocent right now — a bright green, fern-like fur ball the size of a soup bowl in many cases — will soon grow into a deadly giant towering up to 10 feet tall. So don’t ...