News
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What happened to my squash?
Published on August 7, 2012
Squash plants must produce male and female flowers. This summer’s heat is delaying the process. -
Few tomatoes in your garden?
Published on August 7, 2012
Severe drought conditions could be causing poor fruit set on tomatoes in home gardens. -
Homegrown onions tell you when to harvest them
Published on August 3, 2012
Learn to read your home grown onions – they will tell you when to harvest them. -
Landscaping: Money really does grow on trees
Published on August 3, 2012
When thinking about your home value, especially for resale, landscaping is the best investment. -
Stupid tomato tricks: Why isn’t my fruit cute?
Published on August 2, 2012
Several physiological problems can ruin the appearance of tomatoes. -
What is evapotranspiration and why it matters
Published on July 25, 2012
Under drought conditions, plants may not be able to extract water fast enough to keep up with evapotranspiration. -
To safeguard Michigan’s water resources, check before choosing fertilizers
Published on July 24, 2012
Following these four simple steps will help you determine what kind of fertilizer you need for your lawn and garden – if any – and how much. -
Cicada killer wasps are no cause for concern
Published on July 13, 2012
Despite their large size and fierce appearance, it is easy to get along with cicada killers. -
Spider mite populations thrive in hot dry summers
Published on July 13, 2012
Begin scouting vegetable gardens, berries and landscape plants for the first signs of a spider mite problem. -
Does a dormant lawn need to be treated for grubs?
Published on July 12, 2012
Home lawns are the most susceptible to grub damage under dry conditions. If you have seen turf damage caused by grubs in the last two years, plan on applying an insecticide for grubs before August 1.