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Old 11-05-2006, 11:43 PM posted to aus.gardens
 
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Default Ivy prolific growth problem

On Mon, 08 May 2006 10:41:27 +1000, Jonno
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Jonno wrote:
Jonno wrote:
While there are many types of Ivy , most will give you trouble..
see here and ask around...

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Toxicodendron

http://www.inmygarden.org/archives/2...ing_poiso.html
Apparently, from memory it was grown in Australia early in the 19
century and exported for some reason. i believe it was medical. But
interesting stuff with dangerous consequences. Most Doctors seem to
know about it...


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Thank you Jonno for all your trouble - very interesting.

Ruth.