News
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Early July home and garden insect highlights
Published on July 7, 2017
MSU Diagnostic Services reports on insects concerning Michigan residents during June 23 – July 7, 2017. -
MSU Extension selected as a National Farm to School Network Michigan partner
Published on July 6, 2017
Community Food Systems team members will continue to support capacity building and expansion of farm to school and farm to early care in a new role as Supporting Partner. -
Water gardeners beware: Keep nature and your landscape separate
Published on June 27, 2017
Safely add water features to your yard without adding risks to the environment. -
Gypsy moth caterpillars once again attacking trees in Michigan
Published on June 23, 2017
Large numbers of gypsy moth caterpillars strip trees in Mid-Michigan as drought hampers fungal controls. -
Growing zinnias in your flower garden
Published on June 20, 2017
It’s not too late to plant zinnia seeds for late summer color that will last until the first frost. They also make an incredible cut flower with a long vase life. -
Where the wildflowers grew
Published on June 20, 2017
Along the Kiwanis Trail with Adrian College Professor Janet Salzwedel -
Growing chives: Smart Gardening tips for success
Published on June 19, 2017
Smart Gardening practices for growing herbs in your home garden. -
Tree, turf and ornamental plant update – June 15, 2017
Published on June 16, 2017
Dry conditions, leaf drop on maple, rose chafer and forest tent caterpillar are active. Scout for scale crawlers. Symptoms of fungal pathogens are showing up. -
Spotted wing Drosophila: A serious pest for the home gardener
Published on June 6, 2017
This invasive fly, spotted wing Drosophila, can infest and destroy fruits of many plants in home gardens and landscapes. -
Tree, turf and plant update – June 2, 2017
Published on June 2, 2017
Scout for four-lined plant bug, spruce spider mite and lecanium scale crawlers.