Local producers and pet owners should be aware of toxic plant

Local producers and pet owners should be aware of toxic plant

Water Hemlock, often found near dugouts and sloughs, is toxic to animals and humans alike, and has made an appearance in Flagstaff along several areas along the sides of sloughs this year, after a wet spring provided ideal growing conditions.
Water Hemlock, often found near dugouts and sloughs, is toxic to animals and humans alike, and has made an appearance in Flagstaff along several areas along the sides of sloughs this year, after a wet spring provided ideal growing conditions.

2013’s wet spring replenished many local sloughs, but has also allowed an unwelcome visitor to flourish, Western Water Hemlock.