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Hardening off vegetable transplants is easy!
Published on May 7, 2020
Help your vegetable seedlings adapt to their new garden home with the hardening off process. -
Binomial nomenclature: Two names are better than one
Published on May 6, 2020
Are you confused by the names you see on plant labels? Names help us identify plants so that we can provide the correct care for them. -
Hairy bittercress: A weed to watch out for
Published on May 4, 2020
Hairy bittercress is an annual weed that can spread quickly. -
Preemergence herbicide applications continue and broadleaf weeds are flowering in lawns
Published on May 1, 2020
Cool temperatures help in extending the time crabgrass preemergence applications can be effective and numerous broadleaf weeds are starting to flower in turf. -
Learn about lakes, streams, and watersheds with MSU Extension
Published on April 24, 2020
Whether you want to dip your toes or take a deep dive, we have an educational experience for you. -
How do I get a soil test kit when offices are closed?
Published on April 23, 2020
Online home lawn and garden soil test kits are still available through Michigan State University Extension. -
Worried about oak wilt?
Published on April 6, 2020
Remember the no prune dates of April 15 – July 15 to reduce the chance of oak wilt infection and spread. -
Where are my bulbs? Why aren’t they flowering?
Published on April 3, 2020
Tips and tricks to ensure your spring bulbs come back year after year. -
Agriculture support labs still open for business, with modifications
Published on April 1, 2020
As the pandemic of COVID-19, the infectious disease caused by novel coronavirus, impacts farmers’ ability to get ready for planting season, labs and other support aids remain open with limitations. -
Spring lawn care tips for the do-it yourselfers
Published on March 31, 2020
Spring has sprung and with temperatures forecast to warm considerably in the next week, many do-it yourselfers or those simply looking for something to do outside their home will be venturing out into their lawns.