poison hemlock

Poison parsley, Deadly hemlock, Spotted hemlock, Wild hemlock, Carrot fern

Height: 3 - 10 feet

Flower Color: White

Leaves: Bright green, finely divided (looks similar to carrot tops)

Habitat: Riparian areas, irrigation ditches, roadsides, fence lines

Growing Season: Early spring through summer (peak flowering in June - July)

Best Time to Treat: Late winter to early spring 

• Highly toxic to humans and livestock
• Every part of the plant is poisonous  
• Can cause fatal respiratory failure 
• Invasive biennial plant