Poison Hemlock Removal in Sidney, BC — Eliminate One of BC’s Most Toxic Weeds

Poison hemlock (Conium maculatum) is among the most dangerous invasive plants in British Columbia. Even small contact or inhalation of particles during cutting can be hazardous. At Ascent Yard Care, we provide professional poison hemlock eradication services in Sidney, BC, using protective equipment, containment protocols, and licensed herbicide treatment when necessary.

We don’t just cut it down — we remove the threat completely.

Why Poison Hemlock Is So Dangerous

• ☠️ Extremely toxic to humans, pets, and livestock — even via skin or airborne exposure
• 🌱 Produces thousands of seeds per plant
• 🚫 Cutting alone can stimulate regrowth unless properly removed or treated
• 🌿 Thrives in disturbed soils, ditches, roadsides, and gardens
• 🌬️ Dangerous even during flowering or dry periods due to airborne particles

How to Identify Poison Hemlock

• Fern-like leaves resembling carrot or parsley
• Purple-mottled stems (distinct feature)
• Tall growth — often 5–10 feet in height
• Umbrella-shaped white flowers in late spring to early summer
• Found in ditches, fence lines, gardens, and disturbed soils

Our Safe and Professional Removal Process

✅ Site Evaluation & Safety Planning

We identify poison hemlock on your property and assess proximity to people, pets, gardens, and structures. We plan accordingly for safety and containment.

✅ Protective Gear & Contained Removal

Our crew wears full protective clothing and respirators. We carefully remove plants by the base and bag all material immediately to prevent seed dispersal.

✅ Root Removal & Spot Herbicide (Optional)

Where safe and appropriate, we apply targeted herbicide to prevent regrowth — especially when root removal is limited by terrain.

✅ Safe Disposal

We never compost or chip poison hemlock. All material is bagged and disposed of according to environmental health regulations.

✅ Follow-Up Monitoring

Because poison hemlock can regrow from seed for several years, we offer scheduled checkups and follow-up treatments to ensure full eradication.

Where We Eradicate Poison Hemlock in Sidney

• Rural roadsides and ditches
• Waterfront properties
• Acreages and equestrian land
• Fenced yards and naturalized gardens
• Vacant lots and strata landscapes

Why Choose Ascent Yard Care?

• ✅ Extensive experience with toxic and invasive species
• ✅ Fully insured and trained in safe herbicide use
• ✅ Equipped with the proper PPE and containment systems
• ✅ We know when to remove manually vs. when to treat chemically
• ✅ Trusted by Sidney residents for precise, safe, and discreet service

Don’t Risk Exposure — Let Us Handle It

If you’ve found what you think may be poison hemlock on your property, don’t try to remove it yourself. Contact Ascent Yard Care and let our trained professionals assess and safely eliminate the threat.