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Why you might not see many eastern tent caterpillars in 2013
Published on July 25, 2013
Much of Michigan has been experiencing a very low population of eastern tent caterpillars for the last few years. -
Does your definition of “local foods” include foraging for wild edibles?
Published on July 19, 2013
Foraging for local wild foods can be fun and instructive outdoor activity for the whole family. It is a free way to add nutritional foods to your diet. -
Septoria leaf spot on tomatoes: More ways to prevent spots before your eyes
Published on July 19, 2013
Tomato gardeners should learn the symptoms of Septoria leaf spot and try these tips for stopping its spread. -
What can I do about Japanese beetles landing on our golfers?
Published on July 17, 2013
Japanese beetles are flying all over some golf courses this week, making golfers unhappy. This article explains how to reduce the clouds of beetle to a tolerable level, and how to protect fairways from future grub damage. -
Can a vegetable garden save you money?
Published on July 15, 2013
Practical tips and resources to get your garden started. -
Tips for seeding your lawn during summer
Published on July 11, 2013
Summer conditions make it difficult to establish new grass in lawns. Here are some tips if you can’t wait for fall. -
Will your lawn be attacked by grubs this year?
Published on July 8, 2013
Smart gardeners check for beetles now to predict whether grubs are a problem. -
What are these ugly bumps on my tree’s leaves?
Published on July 3, 2013
Tree leaves often develop ugly bumps or odd growth called galls that alarm homeowners. Most are cosmetic problems rather than a health crisis. -
Deadheading: Keeping your blooms blooming
Published on July 2, 2013
The primary reason flowers exist is to produce more flowers. In general, once a flower blooms and dies it forms seeds for the next generation. -
Altering canning recipes
Published on July 1, 2013
It is vital to always use tested recipes when canning to make sure that you end up with a safe home canned product.