Killing Poison Ivy Among Prized Peonies: Targeted Roundup Application

A highly poison-ivy-allergic gardener has 60+ year old heirloom peonies with poison ivy growing among them. Every weeding attempt sends her to the doctor. Asked for a weed killer that spares peonies.

Solution

Tom recommended Roundup applied precisely with a paintbrush to isolate poison ivy, or hiring a professional to do this. He has used the paintbrush method successfully on noxious weeds among valued plants.

Targeted herbicide application protects desirable plants while eliminating poison ivy.