The Virginia Creeper is a beautiful plant; the stems have five leaflets and are pleasantly attractive, especially in May when they are still a fresh, spring green. However, this pleasantly attractive ...

Q. Can a person get poison ivy once the leaves are gone in the fall? Is it true that Virginia creeper vines can cause the same itching symptoms? Also, are poison oak and poison ivy the same thing? A.

Leaves of three, let it be. That’s the common expression to avoid run-ins with poison ivy and poison oak — common toxic-to-the-touch plants found in North Carolina’s Triangle area and beyond. Virginia ...

Vines can be a lovely addition to a garden. However, some are so vigorous that they will damage siding and gutters, rip off ...

You’ve probably heard the old saying, “Leaves of three, let it be.” For those who have spent time in the great outdoors, this is a rite of passage, much like the art of making s’mores. So, what am I ...

Q: My daughter and her husband have two very large vines growing in the yard of the new home they purchased. The vines seem overgrown, and we’re wondering how much to cut back. We even wonder if they ...

Dr. Robyn Puffenbarger explains how native vines can be grown on structures or as groundcover to add color, fruits and berries to the garden. Featured on VHG episode 2408; October 2024. Virginia Home ...

Q. Can a person get poison ivy once the leaves are gone in the fall? Is it true that Virginia creeper vines can cause the same itching symptoms? Also, are poison oak and poison ivy the same thing? A.