News
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Armillaria root rot in the Great Lakes region
Published on April 17, 2014
Armillaria root rot affects hundreds of plant species throughout Michigan. Learn more about the biology, symptoms and control of this devastating fungus. -
Act now if you want to rent garden space in Grand Rapids
Published on April 17, 2014
A survey of community gardens by MSU Extension finds that many already have waiting lists. -
How to protect bees in my yard and garden
Published on April 10, 2014
Many people are concerned about bees and other pollinators. Here are some simple precautions you can take to keep your yard bee-friendly. -
Smart gardening: A new initiative helping gardeners become environmentally savvy and smart
Published on April 9, 2014
Smart Gardening from MSU Extension is a campaign to help novice and experienced gardeners adopt and implement real-life techniques in their yards and gardens to save time, money and the environment. -
Snow drops are spring’s joyful, early warning system
Published on April 8, 2014
Minor bulbs such as snow drops can have a major effect on your seasonal outlook. -
Smart Vegetable Gardening 101 webinar series: An introductory online course for vegetable gardeners
Published on April 4, 2014
Learn how to start vegetable gardening in your own backyard by attending the Smart Vegetable Gardening 101 online course. -
Helpful resources for identifying weeds in the garden
Published on April 3, 2014
Several resources for weed identification are available, such as mobile apps and printed pocket guides. -
Provide for your garden soil and it will provide for you
Published on April 3, 2014
Plan for improvements to your vegetable garden soil now. -
Plan now for crop rotation in your vegetable garden
Published on April 3, 2014
Crop rotation involves not planting the same vegetables or family in the same place each year and helps decrease the chance of insect and disease problems, as well as manage soil fertility. -
Landscape alternatives for invasive plants of the Midwest
Published on April 1, 2014
This free mobile app defines invasive plants of the Midwest and suggests alternatives for planting.