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Forcing spring bulbs to bloom indoors
Published on November 8, 2017
Add some color to this winter by forcing spring bulbs to bloom indoors and explore the science behind it. -
All-season trees: River birch
Published on October 27, 2017
All-season trees like river birch provide interest to your landscape by changing colors throughout all four seasons. -
All-season trees: Paperbark maple
Published on October 17, 2017
All-season trees like paperbark maple provide interest to your landscape by changing colors throughout all four seasons. -
All-season trees: Sargent Cherry
Published on October 11, 2017
All-season trees like Sargent Cherry provide interest to your landscape by changing colors throughout all four seasons. -
Monarch butterfly 2017 update in Michigan
Published on October 5, 2017
Monarch populations are increasing in Michigan, but they are still low due to factors including milkweed quality and predators. We are interested to hear if you’ve seen organisms preying on monarch eggs and caterpillars. -
Carpenter ants nesting in trees and homes
Published on October 5, 2017
Carpenter ants in trees and houses are an indicator of a moisture and decay problem. Locating the problem gives you opportunity to act. -
Hot, dry weather impacts fall turfgrass management
Published on October 3, 2017
Weed, disease and insect control and fertilizer applications are all being affected by the hot, dry weather in September. -
Introducing Michigan’s fall color lineup
Published on October 2, 2017
Knowing which leaves are turning can add to your enjoyment of fall color season. -
Solving lawn and garden challenges with consumer horticulture hotline
Published on October 1, 2017
Responders to the Garden Hotline assist Michigan residents throughout the state, regardless of the location of the caller or expert. -
Why are my interior conifer needles turning yellow?
Published on September 29, 2017
Needle drop of conifers in the fall can be a natural process, or it can be a symptom of other pest or cultural problems.