Before you do any “hands on” weed removal, be sure you know how to identify poison ivy, poison sumac, and poison oak. Wearing gardening gloves can help prevent a painful rash if you encounter these plants.

Learn more about identifying poison ivy at:

http://www.cdc.gov/niosh/topics/plants/

http://www.everydayhealth.com/healthy-living/0703/do-you-know-how-to-spot-poison-ivy-poison-oak-or-poison-sumac.aspx