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Alternatives to newly restricted invasive plant species

Published on August 26, 2026
Michigan added six species to its invasive species list and MDARD has developed an alternative species list.
Pain in the Grass: ID tool for weedy grasses

Published on August 26, 2026
Identifying problem grasses in your lawn is the first step to successful management!
Strawberry root weevils: An uninvited late season guest that shouldn’t alarm you

Published on August 6, 2026
Strawberry root weevils are an outdoor insect looking for a safe space.
Gladwin hosts training for nine new MSU Extension Master Gardener volunteers

Published on July 30, 2026
Participants learn about the MSU Extension Master Gardener Program® to prepare for volunteer work in Central and Northern Michigan.
Did you know that Michigan requires a permit for planting currants and gooseberries?

Published on July 23, 2026
Before planting currants or gooseberries, Michigan gardeners and growers should know about regulations designed to protect the state's white pine trees.