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Leaves compost: fall is a great time to add it to gardens
Published on October 24, 2012
Composting instead of burning provides many benefits for you and your environment. -
Buying local reduces food waste, which is recyclable as compost for your garden
Published on September 20, 2012
Developing food waste reduction habits and composting can reduce food waste, save money, conserve resources and produce a valuable soil additive for your gardens. -
The shocking truth about topsoil
Published on September 17, 2012
What every homeowner should know about topsoil. -
Improving soil conditions for turf with fall aeration
Published on September 7, 2012
Fall aeration improves growing conditions to develop a healthier stand of grass. -
Michigan’s premier multi-county recycling program is a green machine
Published on July 24, 2012
Emmet county recycling serves four northwest Lower Michigan counties and several communities. Recycling is an effective limiter of greenhouse gas emissions. -
To safeguard Michigan’s water resources, check before choosing fertilizers
Published on July 24, 2012
Following these four simple steps will help you determine what kind of fertilizer you need for your lawn and garden – if any – and how much. -
Cicada killer wasps are no cause for concern
Published on July 13, 2012
Despite their large size and fierce appearance, it is easy to get along with cicada killers. -
Proper fertilization: Take key step with square footage calculator
Published on July 5, 2012
Online calculator conveniently determines the exact area of lawn or garden, saving you money and protecting the environment from over-fertilization. -
Managing your summer compost
Published on June 7, 2012
Follow these quick tips to keep your compost working at optimum levels all summer long. -
Gardening helps youth apply science and math concepts in fun ways
Published on June 5, 2012
Gardening presents a wealth of opportunities for youth to apply the science and math knowledge they have gained during the school year.