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Wind chill doesn’t really matter to a plant
Published on January 21, 2014
It’s the temperature of the air that matters to a plant, not the wind chill. Calm air can get much colder. -
Do not release invasive species: Part 2
Published on January 10, 2014
Water garden retailers, managers and enthusiasts should know that it is illegal to be in possession of, sell, offer to sell or introduce into the environment prohibited plants and animals. Hefty fines may be incurred. -
Thinking of drowning your Christmas tree?
Published on January 10, 2014
Be aware that the intentional placement of trees in a lake or stream to create fish habitat requires a permit from the State of Michigan. -
Cut and come again vegetables
Published on January 9, 2014
Use this harvesting technique to have a continuous supply of vegetables during your growing and eating season. -
Put on your thinking caps and plan ahead for the 2014 gardening season
Published on January 9, 2014
Looking to brush up on your integrated pest management knowledge? Register now to ensure your spot at the 2014 Integrated Pest Management Academy. Master Gardener credits available! -
Mobile app for Midwest tree identification available for iPhone and iPad
Published on January 8, 2014
Use this mobile application to help identify 50 common trees of the Midwest states. -
Landscaping with integrated pest management in mind
Published on January 8, 2014
Learn how to prepare landscapes that resist pest challenges. Register now for the 2014 Integrated Pest Management Academy held Feb. 18-19 in Okemos, Mich. -
Winter versus raccoons, skunks and opossums
Published on January 6, 2014
Where do the avid garden critters raccoons, skunks and opossums overwinter? -
Variety of planting stock available for natural shoreline landscaping
Published on December 31, 2013
Depending on what type of project you are planning and how quickly you want it to fill in, select the planting stock that is right for your situation. -
Implementing shoreline landscaping requires pre-planning
Published on December 31, 2013
Careful thought and planning can allow you to design a sustainable shoreline landscape that provides aesthetic, environmental, ecological and economic benefits.