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Mealybugs: A common pest of indoor plants
Published on November 28, 2017
Plants moved indoors for the winter can be a source of insect pests such as mealybugs, so make sure to carefully inspect them. -
Lichens: A partnership in nature that survives in diverse environments
Published on November 28, 2017
One partner provides food and the other shelter and protection from UV light and predators. Together, they can exist in climates ranging from polar to tropical and even aquatic environments. -
Christmas trees for connoisseurs: Try an exotic species this year
Published on November 22, 2017
Michigan Christmas tree farms are producing an ever-widening array of tree types, including exotic or lesser-known tree species. -
Michigan Natural Shoreline Partnership seeks individuals interested in becoming professionals
Published on November 21, 2017
Annual certification training will be offered March 6-7, 2018 in East Lansing to prepare those working at the water’s edge. -
Blister beetles: Handle with care
Published on November 15, 2017
Although rare in Michigan, the most hazardous blister beetle species can be irritating to livestock, pets and humans. They are occasional garden pests and handling them too roughly without protection can cause skin blisters. -
Forcing spring bulbs to bloom indoors
Published on November 8, 2017
Add some color to this winter by forcing spring bulbs to bloom indoors and explore the science behind it. -
All-season trees: River birch
Published on October 27, 2017
All-season trees like river birch provide interest to your landscape by changing colors throughout all four seasons. -
Celebrating 100 years of Michigan State University Extension in Alcona County
Published on October 19, 2017
Alcona County and Michigan State University Extension are celebrating 100 years since the introduction of Extension to Alcona County in May 1917. -
All-season trees: Paperbark maple
Published on October 17, 2017
All-season trees like paperbark maple provide interest to your landscape by changing colors throughout all four seasons. -
All-season trees: Sargent Cherry
Published on October 11, 2017
All-season trees like Sargent Cherry provide interest to your landscape by changing colors throughout all four seasons.