Poison hemlock (Conium maculatum L.) has been spreading like wildfire throughout Greater Columbus in recent years, and if it has taken root on your property, now may be the best time of the year to ...

Poison hemlock grows throughout the U.S. It has several different common names, including deadly hemlock. Animals and humans can be poisoned, and ingestion can be fatal. Many plants are toxic to ...

Editor's note: Throughout the growing season, Mike Hogan, OSU Extension Educator for Agriculture & Natural Resources in Franklin County, will answer gardening questions submitted by Dispatch readers.

Mulch helps retain moisture in the soil, regulate soil temperature, and suppress weeds. Composted hardwood bark is an excellent mulch choice for the Northeast, while pine straw and pine fines are ...