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Vegetable gardeners make use of organic mulch as a sustainable and smart practice
Published on May 22, 2014
Identify the best mulch for your vegetable garden goals. -
Odd and unusual growths on trees and shrubs
Published on May 21, 2014
That abnormal lump on your tree or shrub could be black knot, cedar-apple rust or Cooley spruce gall. -
Growing a variety of flowering plants helps bees and other beneficial insects
Published on May 20, 2014
Growing a mixture of annuals, perennials and flowering trees and shrubs will help bees and other beneficial insects that provide natural control of plant pests. -
Maintaining warm soils during a cold summer
Published on May 20, 2014
Consider these smart ways to keeping soils warm and warm-season vegetables healthy during a colder-than-normal summer. -
What are the physical and mental benefits of gardening?
Published on May 19, 2014
Gardening can reduce stress and mental clarity while also helping to prevent everything from coronary disease to colon cancer. -
Invasive Parrot Feather plant found in southeast Michigan pond
Published on May 14, 2014
Michigan Department of Natural Resources responds to the siting of this aggressive aquatic invader. Release from an aquarium or water garden is suspected source. -
Determine soil temperatures before planting vegetables for improved results
Published on May 12, 2014
Make use of a vegetable’s seed germination requirements to get started in the garden. -
Bumble flower beetles: Not your typical grub
Published on May 9, 2014
“Little brown bumble bees” buzzing around low to the ground are actually beetles that pollinate flowers and decompose organic matter. -
Accurate identification is key to a successful pest management program
Published on May 9, 2014
The foundation for any good pest management program should be accurate identification of the pest. Early identification provides time to monitor pests and determine the best plan of action. -
Build smart soils using mulch, composted organic matter and reducing tillage
Published on May 7, 2014
Learn steps for smart soil building right in your backyard or vegetable garden.