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Season ending tasks in the garden
Published on December 7, 2012
Smart gardening tasks to close out the season for the garden and landscape. -
Poinsettias add color to your holiday decor and are nationally recognized on Dec. 12
Published on December 6, 2012
While red is the perennial favorite, poinsettias come in an abundance of colors and they are grown in Michigan. -
Michigan Natural Shoreline Partnership reaches homeowners through Shoreline Educator Network
Published on December 5, 2012
A network of shoreline educators is available to teach riparians the benefits of natural shorelines in inland lake ecosystems. -
Build a better windscreen for your evergreens this winter
Published on December 4, 2012
Just say “no” to winter injury of your evergreens by giving them some protection. -
Home site assessments protect water quality
Published on November 29, 2012
Mapping out your home site can help identify activities that pose risk to water resources. -
Care of live fir trees can mean a greener holiday
Published on November 29, 2012
Trying a live alternative to cut trees during the holiday season can be a satisfying exercise if some precautions are taken in the tree’s selection, transition and planting. -
Real Christmas trees: A natural choice
Published on November 28, 2012
Choosing the right species of Christmas tree will give you lasting enjoyment through the holiday season. -
Native plants: Learn more about the benefits of these plants
Published on November 21, 2012
Michigan native plants are both beautiful and beneficial in yards and gardens. -
Soil health and soil quality
Published on November 20, 2012
Understanding the differences between soil health and soil quality. -
Michigan Green Schools Program is fun, encourages students to explore their inner “green”
Published on November 15, 2012
Statewide K-12 Michigan Green Schools Program for public and private schools cultivates the next generation of environmental stewards.