News
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Help! My Scotch pines are falling over!
Published on April 29, 2011
Pine trees weakened by pine root collar weevils may fall over and die one to four years after attack. -
New Enviro-weather tools help predict presence of damaging insect pests
Published on April 29, 2011
Know when to scout for landscape, nursery and Christmas tree insect pests by using new Enviro-weather tools. -
Sizing up winter injury
Published on April 28, 2011
Look for signs of winter damage to trees and shrubs as you start your spring yard clean-up. -
Connecting with your community now prepares you for disasters later
Published on April 28, 2011
Making your community stronger by getting trained and getting involved is the May 2011 goal on www.do1thing.us. -
Pruning evergreen shrubs
Published on April 27, 2011
Tips, techniques and tools to consider when pruning your evergreen shrubs this spring. -
When can I plant? Check your area’s frost free date
Published on April 22, 2011
Don't let spring planting fever catch your tender annuals with a reminder from ol' man winter. Plant cold-tolerant pansies for early spring color. -
Firewise landscaping can save homes from wildfire
Published on April 18, 2011
Each year, homes are damaged or destroyed by Michigan wildfires, which average more than 8000 per year. Here are some easy tips to protect your home, cabin or cottage. -
Protect homes from wildfire with defensible space
Published on April 18, 2011
You can protect your home from wildfires and still have an ascetically pleasing landscape design. -
Moles in the lawn
Published on April 15, 2011
What works and doesn’t to deter moles from tunneling in turf. -
It’s a “Clean Sweep” of outdated, unused and unwanted pesticides
Published on April 14, 2011
Pesticide and mercury disposal in Michigan is safe, free and available at 18 sites throughout the state.