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Use rye this fall to put your garden to bed for the winter
Published on October 22, 2012
Rye as a cover crop has numerous benefits for overwintering your garden. -
Gardening with kids starts now
Published on September 25, 2012
Regardless of the time of year, it is always a good time to start gardening with kids. Engaging kids in gardening is beneficial to their nutrition and health. -
Gardening with children: seven great books
Published on August 28, 2012
Teaching children about gardening as you build their literacy skills with these seven great books. -
What is evapotranspiration and why it matters
Published on July 25, 2012
Under drought conditions, plants may not be able to extract water fast enough to keep up with evapotranspiration. -
To safeguard Michigan’s water resources, check before choosing fertilizers
Published on July 24, 2012
Following these four simple steps will help you determine what kind of fertilizer you need for your lawn and garden – if any – and how much. -
Cicada killer wasps are no cause for concern
Published on July 13, 2012
Despite their large size and fierce appearance, it is easy to get along with cicada killers. -
Spider mite populations thrive in hot dry summers
Published on July 13, 2012
Begin scouting vegetable gardens, berries and landscape plants for the first signs of a spider mite problem. -
Proper fertilization: Take key step with square footage calculator
Published on July 5, 2012
Online calculator conveniently determines the exact area of lawn or garden, saving you money and protecting the environment from over-fertilization. -
Hungry deer are devouring Hostas and more
Published on July 5, 2012
Deer browsing seems to be a big problem this summer. Consider these tips for preventing deer damage to your landscape. -
The last word on watering perennials
Published on June 28, 2012
Watering perennials during droughty weather helps plants along, but are you really making a difference?