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Lawns and other turf recovering from stressful July
Published on August 12, 2011
The record-breaking heat has taken a toll on many turf areas, causing crabgrass and weeds. Here are some tips in helping your turf recover and prepare for fall. -
When to harvest your garden
Published on August 11, 2011
Know when your vegetables are at the peak of perfection and are ready to be picked. -
Water saving perennials: Carefree and beautiful without the fuss
Published on August 10, 2011
Tired of paying steep water bills throughout the summer, or just want to be a good steward? Consider these low-maintenance and drought tolerant perennials. -
Excess drying leads to poor mulch performance
Published on August 10, 2011
Wood mulch applied too thickly then allowed to dry out may create a water-repellant condition that leads to poor perennial performance and even death. -
Two more spruce problems that are not herbicide related
Published on July 29, 2011
Cooley spruce adelgid and spruce needle rust result in browning of current year’s growth on spruce and may be mistaken for Imprelis damage. -
Unfounded fear of cicada killers
Published on July 29, 2011
Although large and fearsome in appearance, cicada killers are pretty much mild mannered and need not be killed. -
Delay pruning of oaks to prevent oak wilt
Published on July 29, 2011
Avoid potential risk of infection by waiting until November to prune oaks. -
Bagworms extend their reach northward
Published on July 29, 2011
Although considered to be a southern pest, bagworms can cause serious defoliation injury to Michigan trees. -
Why do my maple leaves have spots?!
Published on July 29, 2011
Numerous spots on maple leaves concern homeowners. A common cause is tar spot disease, a cosmetic problem that typically does not impact tree health. -
Michigan soybeans touch everyday lives
Published on July 28, 2011
Look in your pantry, refrigerator, medicine cabinet, garage or barn and odds are that you will find several soybean-derived products