July 2, 2025: The Dirt | Weed of the Month July 2025 | Poison Hemlock (Conium maculatum)
Our weed of the month this month is poison hemlock (Conium maculatum). Infamous for being the plant that likely poisoned the Greek philosopher Socrates, poison hemlock is an extremely poisonous plant that poses significant threat to humans and animals alike. A member of the carrot family, this species can…