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Garden health evaluation – Part 1
Published on September 14, 2023
Assess and record your gardening practices now for greater future success. -
Spotted Mediterranean cockroaches
Published on September 14, 2023
These harmless insects would rather be visiting flowers than be on our kitchen counters. -
Rose rosette disease: A death sentence for roses
Published on September 7, 2023
How rose rosette disease spreads unseen among roses. -
A century of soil testing in Michigan
Published on August 31, 2023
Jon Dahl discusses the changes and challenges of soil testing in Michigan for almost a century. -
Upper Peninsula MSU Extension Master Gardener recognized for 1,000 volunteer hours
Published on August 31, 2023
Advanced MSU Extension Master Gardener Sue Wanic earns her gold badge for 1,000 hours of service. -
Soil testing through MSU Extension
Published on August 30, 2023
MSU Extension home lawn and garden and commercial soil tests provide access to personalized fertilizer recommendations for thousands of Michigan residents every year. -
Why test soil in the fall?
Published on August 28, 2023
Compared to spring, fall is an ideal time for soil testing. Here’s why. -
Dealing with storm-damaged trees
Published on August 25, 2023
Deciding which trees to save after a storm often requires careful inspection. When in doubt, always consult with a professional arborist before working around damaged trees. -
Drive-by botany: Joe Pye weed and ironweed
Published on August 24, 2023
Profiles of common Michigan roadside flora in mid-August 2023. -
Diagnostic Academy recently held in the Upper Peninsula
Published on August 23, 2023
Extension Master Gardeners and others learn more about diagnostics and assisting the public with plant and insect concerns.