What is the safest way to burn poison ivy?

Ther is no “safe” way to burn poison ivy. Burning the stuff merely puts the irritant into the smoke and vapors thatrise upon burning—and spread them around! read more

Ther is no “safe” way to burn poison ivy. Burning the stuff merely puts the irritant into the smoke and vapors thatrise upon burning—and spread them around! The stuff gets on your clothing and can cause the skin/immune reactions one gets when coming into direct contact with the plant. Worse, you might inhale the smoke & vapors. read more

Do not use chemical (synthetic) herbicides on poison ivy. Not only are herbicides bad for the environment surrounding the poison ivy, but the resin can spread even when the plant is dead. Do not use a flame weeder to burn poison ivy. Burning creates airborne particulate matter which carries the sap. read more

Removing poison ivy, poison oak & poison sumac requires proper knowledge on how to handle the plant safely. Some people think the fastest and easiest way to remove poison ivy is by burning it. That's a big NO! You should avoid it at all cost. Also, the urushiol toxin in poison ivy is not killed by fire. read more