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European pine sawflies will soon be here
Published on May 1, 2012
May is the month to monitor for European pine sawflies in pines. -
Turf damage from grubs and skunks is coming to an end for this spring
Published on April 27, 2012
European chafer and Japanese beetle grub damage is starting to slow down. Those in southern Michigan should wait until July to apply an insecticide, as grubs are done eating. -
Michigan awash with Phomopsis cankers on spruce trees and seedlings
Published on April 27, 2012
Phomopsis cankers are causing shoot blight symptoms in nurseries and a general decline of spruce trees in the landscape. This unparalleled disease of spruce can be found on blue, white and Norway spruce throughout the Lower Peninsula. -
When to control winter annuals and perennial broadleaf weeds in turf
Published on April 27, 2012
Many weeds are currently flowering in turf and lawns, but not all require control. -
Be on the lookout for a new plant disease, boxwood blight
Published on April 26, 2012
A new disease of boxwood named boxwood blight (Claonectria pseudonaviculata or Cylindrocladium buxicola) has been detected in parts of the eastern United States. A new MSU Extension factsheet helps identify the symptoms of this serious plant problem. -
Lakefront property owners can protect dragonflies as they reduce mosquito populations
Published on April 25, 2012
Lakefront property owners who protect and preserve near-shore aquatic plant communities reduce mosquito populations while providing ideal habitats for Mich. dragonflies. -
Modifying your shoreline property? Check local regulations first – Part 2
Published on April 25, 2012
Checking local zoning regulations is the first step for shoreline property owners considering major landscaping projects. The second part of this series outlines additional shoreline buffer provisions and sources of information. -
Modifying your shoreline property? Check local regulations first – Part 1
Published on April 25, 2012
Checking local zoning regulations is the first step for shoreline property owners considering major landscaping projects. The first part of this series outlines shoreline zoning ordinance goals and common provisions. -
Managing waste: Household septic systems - Part 2
Published on April 23, 2012
Use and maintenance of septic systems will extend their ensure their success, protect individuals and protect the environment. -
Kent County to Offer Junior Master Gardener Program in Two Locations This Summer
Published on April 20, 2012
4th – 6th Graders can engage in unique learning opportunities as they explore the role of a master.