Q: Nightshade plants began growing in the same raised bed as tomatoes. Will the nightshade poison the soil in the raised bed? After we dig out the nightshade plants, do we need to replace the soil ...

False, raw eggplants are not poisonous. However, the leaves and flowers of the plant can be toxic. Plants in the nightshade family -- which includes eggplants, potatoes, peppers, tomatoes and ...

Q. I have a vine with purple flowers and red berries climbing all over my fence. My neighbor said it's poisonous. What is it? — Bridget, from Bethel a. The vine you brought into our helpline is ...