News
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Harvesting squash and pumpkins: get them while they’re good
Published on September 16, 2011
Avoid frosted or frozen squash and pumpkins by taking the right precautions, paying attention to the thermometer and knowing when to harvest. -
Frost and freezing temperatures possible later this week
Published on September 12, 2011
Farmers and gardeners are urged to watch forecasts this week and be prepared to use frost protection when possible. -
Successful tomatoes planted in pots require the right container
Published on September 8, 2011
Many containerized tomatoes suffered this summer from failure to perform. Gardeners should consider larger, wider containers for next growing season. -
Magnolia scale is starting to appear on magnolias
Published on September 8, 2011
Blackening branches and leaves on a magnolia often indicates a serious infestation of magnolia scale. -
Tomatoes exhibiting cracks this summer
Published on September 8, 2011
The unusual weather this season caused tomatoes to burst at the seams, causing “growth cracks.” -
E. coli O157:H7 has competition from other STECs
Published on September 6, 2011
For years, O157:H7 was the pathogenic strain of E. coli known to wreak havoc, now others can too -
Sharpen your shovel for late-summer garden chores
Published on August 31, 2011
August and September are great times to start thinking about re-energizing your garden and preparing for the upcoming year by dividing and refurbishing your perennials. -
Tough plants for tough places: Grasses
Published on August 29, 2011
Grasses are the ultimate tough plant for the ultimate tough place – Michigan. -
Families discover nature at Kent County’s Pickerel Lake
Published on August 29, 2011
Enrich your appreciation for nature and discover how you can bring it to your own backyard by visiting Kent County’s Pickerel Lake on September 10. -
Diagnosing chinch bug problems in home lawns
Published on August 26, 2011
Most of the damage is over with for this year, but it’s not too late to check for chinch bug damage and spot-spray infested areas.