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Living mulch between rows: A smart strategy for home gardens

Published on February 20, 2026
Living mulch is a type of ground cover planted between rows of vegetables to suppress weeds, conserve moisture and improve soil health.
All-season trees: Paperbark maple

Published on February 19, 2026
All-season trees like paperbark maple provide interest to your landscape by changing colors throughout all four seasons.
All-season trees: Sargent cherry

Published on February 12, 2026
All-season trees like Sargent Cherry provide interest to your landscape by changing colors throughout all four seasons.
Learn the science behind gardening through MSU Extension’s Foundations of Gardening course

Published on February 11, 2026
Foundations of Gardening is a 10-week online course packed full of information to help you grow a healthier and more sustainable garden. Learn how to be a great gardener from Michigan State University Extension experts.
Testing for contaminants in soil, water and plants

Published on February 10, 2026
Sometimes, what you don’t know can hurt you.
Dogscaping: Landscaping for you and your dog

Published on February 9, 2026
What exactly is dogscaping? Quite simply, it is landscaping for your dog’s safety and enjoyment.
Virtual opportunities to learn about beekeeping in spring 2026

Published on February 5, 2026
Michigan State University Extension and other organizations offer several webinars and online opportunities to learn about beekeeping.
Kick off spring with the Smart Gardening Conference

Published on January 23, 2026
Register for the 2026 Smart Gardening Conference in Belleville to learn about native plants, invasive species, pollinators and garden design.
Michigan to host national conference on disability in agriculture

Published on January 15, 2026
The AgrAbility project’s annual National Training Workshop is coming to Traverse City, Michigan, March 16-19, 2026.
Understanding companion, trap and cover crops: A guide for home gardeners

Published on January 13, 2026
Each plays a special role in improving soil health, managing pests, and boosting overall garden productivity.