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poison ivy! -Reply

The only "all natural way"  to get rid of it is to dig it out.  Roundup used
according to the directions is not going to "hurt the ecosystem".  The only
way Roundup would "hurt the ecosystem" is if you sprayed so much of
it,  the runoff went into nearby lakes or streams.  Roundup is NOT active
in the soil.  It works by blocking the plants' ability to absorb nutrients. I too
prefer organic methods, but remember just because something is
"all-natural"  doesn't mean it won't "hurt the ecosystem"  Some of the
screwball concotions of Jerry Baker's are more dangerous than any
chemicals out there. 
 
Mary Lou -zone 5


>>> "pmalecki@usr.com" 07/01/97 10:12pm >>>
     A good friend of mine in Massachusetts is having a poison ivy
problem. 
     She wrote me with:
     
     "Help!
     
     I seem to have a crop of poison ivy that has appeared in my perennial 
     beds. I'm searching for an all-natural method to get rid of the 
     growing plants. They're taking over my lilies, juniper, good ivy,  
     moss... not to mention, which I will, my driveway and patio table.
     
     I hesitate to use Roundup or any other chemical weed killer that will 
     probably hurt the eco-system. Got any suggestions?"
     
     I know very little about poison ivy, but perhaps someone can offer 
     some suggestions? Thanks.
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