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Thinking of drowning your Christmas tree?
Published on January 10, 2014
Be aware that the intentional placement of trees in a lake or stream to create fish habitat requires a permit from the State of Michigan. -
Greening your future, part two: plastic water bottles
Published on December 23, 2013
The convenience of plastic water bottles can be very costly. Bottled water can cost as much as $200 a year depending on how many bottles you purchase. -
Greening your future, part one: junk mail
Published on December 23, 2013
The average household can receive as much as 69 pounds of junk mail annually. -
Season of giving – Not of discarding
Published on December 13, 2013
Americans throw away 25 percent more trash during the holidays than any other time of the year. By adopting a few new traditions, you can reduce waste, save time, money and resources and still have a bright and beautiful holiday season. -
Using household products safely: Part 2
Published on October 21, 2013
Household products may contain potentially hazardous chemicals that must be used and disposed of properly to be safe. -
Compost to protect the air and water and help prevent fall wildfires
Published on October 20, 2013
Composting instead of burning leaves and other garden wastes helps to protect the environment, prevent wildfires and improve soils for healthier plants. -
Your garden party of fall cleanup tasks
Published on October 16, 2013
Time is running out for a fall spiff-up. Follow these tips for what to do and not do when cleaning up your garden this fall. -
Tune up your compost pile by turning it over
Published on August 27, 2013
Turning your compost pile adds heat, moisture and air to speed up decay and generate new soil. -
Making a manure sandwich: Adding compost manure to garden beds
Published on August 27, 2013
No, it’s not what it sounds like. But this is a sandwich smart gardeners can make that garden beds will really enjoy. -
The secret to good lawns is good soil
Published on July 25, 2013
Many home lawns face challenges that can’t be solved with fertilizer or pesticide applications. Often you have to look deeper to find the solution.