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Winter sowing in containers for Michigan gardeners

Published on December 4, 2025
Let nature do the work for you.
Bulletins Live! Two Tracker Report available now

Published on November 30, 2025
To raise awareness of pesticides currently impacted by the new EPA Bulletins Live! Two pesticide label directive, Michigan State University Extension will be generating a Bulletins Live! Two Tracker Report twice a month.
MSU PSEP launches Pesticide Safety Webinar Series: The RUP/CCA CEU Credit Clinic to support Michigan applicators and certified crop advisers recertification

Published on November 21, 2025
The MSU Pesticide Safety Education Program (PSEP) introduces a new webinar series offering Michigan pesticide applicators RUP credits and up-to-date training on safety and regulations, with CEU opportunities available for certified crop advisers.
Making your real Christmas tree last through the holidays

Published on November 21, 2025
Fresh tree, fresh cut and fresh water are essential in keeping your real Christmas tree fresh and hydrated throughout the holiday season.
Wildflowers and native plants: What’s the difference?

Published on November 21, 2025
Not all wildflowers are native. Know the difference before you buy.
Real Christmas trees: Which one is right for you?

Published on November 21, 2025
Consumers have an array of different Christmas trees to choose.
Propagating Jack-in-the-pulpit

Published on November 18, 2025
Make more of Jack-in-the-pulpit, a beautiful native plant, by following these propagating tips.
Select the right garden mulch

Published on November 12, 2025
Mulch can help reduce weed competition, increase your garden's productivity, and reduce the time you spend working in your garden.
Pesticide applicator core review, MDARD testing and RUP credits offered in Sterling on December 5

Published on November 10, 2025
Participants will review the core manual and take the core pesticide applicator test on Dec. 5 in Sterling, Michigan. Private and commercial core, fumigation and aerial standard tests will be available. Participants can receive four core RUP credits.
Invasive jumping worms: Background, identification and control

Published on October 21, 2025
Take action now to protect your garden and slow the spread of these invasive pests.