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WEEDS & POISON IVY
Invasive Vine, Weed, and Poison Ivy Control in Long Island
Protect Your Lawn and Your Family With Emerald Magic Lawn Care
We focus on safely and effectively controlling tough plants such as poison ivy, Virginia creeper, bittersweet, wild grape and other damaging vines and noxious weeds. Even English ivy and wisteria can very quickly become a detrimental nuisance. Allow your property to grow “natural” and it will very soon be a “jungle.” Our regular inspections and treatments suppress poisonous plants and unwanted invasive and noxious plants, keeping your property pristine and more “park-like.”
The Plants Taking Over Long Island Yards
Poison ivy is a shape-shifter. It can grow as a woody shrub, creep along the ground as a vine, or climb trees using aerial rootlets, and its leaves come in alternate groups of three leaflets. Its urushiol oil can cause a very itchy, painful rash, even from touching clothes or tools that carry it, and burning it sends irritating particles into the air.
Poison ivy, a health risk for families, pets and anyone working in the yard.
Virginia creeper, often confused with poison ivy, with leaves of five leaflets.
Bittersweet and wild grape, damaging vines that climb and smother.
English ivy and wisteria, which can very quickly become a detrimental nuisance.
Noxious weeds, invasive vines and mosses in lawns and landscapes.
Many homeowners try homemade weed killers or store-bought products and find they did not work well. These plants thrive in Long Island’s climate and soil, and dealing with them takes special knowledge and a plan.
What Our Service Includes
A site inspection: we flag the poison ivy, map the infestation or areas of concern, and provide our recommendations along with a free estimate.
Customized treatment plans based on the type of plants, the soil and the severity of the problem.
Eco-friendly methods and advanced techniques, including cutting and targeted herbicides used according to label directions.
Hand-pulling for some tougher vines, and care to protect native plants and delicate areas.
Regular inspections and follow-up treatments that watch for regrowth and keep invasive plants away.
Step-by-Step Control of Unwanted Vegetation
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Inspect and map
We carefully examine your property to find trouble spots and hidden growth, flag the poison ivy and map the areas of concern.
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Recommend
You receive our recommendations along with a free estimate.
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Treat
We combine eco-friendly methods with targeted treatments, applied only where required, to protect the plants you want to keep.
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Follow up
Regular inspections and treatments watch for regrowth so your property stays pristine and park-like.
Why Vines Run Wild on Long Island
Much of Suffolk County is a patchwork of wooded lots, hedgerows, preserved land and backyards that back up to trees. Those edges, where lawn meets woods, are exactly where poison ivy, bittersweet and wild grape thrive. They get plenty of sun at the margins and plenty of trees to climb.
Long Island also hosts a long list of recognized invasive species, from Japanese honeysuckle, Japanese barberry and mile-a-minute to porcelain berry, multiflora rose and Norway maple. Local governments, including the Town of North Hempstead, publish lists of invasive plants to watch for, and many of them show up in Suffolk yards, too.
Deer and birds spread seeds from property to property, and vines left alone for a season or two can climb into trees and shrubs that take years to replace. Regular inspections are the simplest way to stay ahead of them.
A Season-by-Season View of Poison Ivy and Vines
Herbicides such as glyphosate work best during the full leaf expansion stages, so the growing season is prime time for treatment.
Spring
New leaves emerge, often with a reddish tint on poison ivy. Even bare vines can carry urushiol, so caution matters all year.
Summer
Vines and weeds grow fast. Herbicides such as glyphosate work best when applied correctly, following label directions, during the full leaf expansion stages.
Fall
Poison ivy and Virginia creeper turn bright colors, which makes them easier to spot along wood lines and fences.
Winter
Hairy poison ivy vines on tree trunks are easy to see. Remember never to burn poison ivy, and keep it out of your compost.
Why Choose Emerald Magic for Poison Ivy Control?
We are the trusted experts on Long Island for poison ivy and invasive plant control. Our certified experts follow strict safety rules and eco-friendly methods, helping keep your family, pets and property safe. We are committed to enhancing our clients’ experiences by providing safe, quality service at a fair price.
Pair this service with lawn fertilization and weed control for a property that looks cared for from the curb to the wood line. If you're ever unhappy with your service for any reason, just let us know and we'll happily return to make it right.
Staying Safe Around Poison Ivy
Learn the look. Alternate leaves with three leaflets, on a shrub, a ground vine or a hairy climbing vine.
Wash with cold water right after contact to help keep urushiol from setting in.
Clean clothes and tools, which can carry urushiol and cause a rash.
Never burn it and keep it out of your compost.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which plants do you control?
Poison ivy, Virginia creeper, bittersweet, wild grape and other damaging vines and noxious weeds. Even English ivy and wisteria can very quickly become a detrimental nuisance.
What happens during the first visit?
We inspect the site, flag the poison ivy, map the infestation or areas of concern, and provide our recommendations along with a free estimate.
What methods do you use?
Eco-friendly methods and advanced techniques, including cutting and targeted herbicides such as glyphosate and Scythe, applied according to label directions. Some tougher vines may need to be pulled out by hand.
Will it come back?
We watch for regrowth and take follow-up actions to keep invasive plants away. Our regular inspections and treatments suppress poisonous and invasive plants over time.
Can I just burn or compost poison ivy?
No. Burning poison ivy creates harmful smoke, and it should not be added to your compost. Professional removal is the safest way to deal with it.
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