• European Chafer and Japanese Beetle on Sod Farms

    Published on June 8, 2015
    Some sod farms in Michigan have had problems with Japanese beetle or European chafer in recent years. Spring is a good time to review your strategy for the next generation.

  • Smart lawn care to protect pollinators

    Published on January 25, 2017
    Whether you choose weed-free or a more relaxed approach to your lawn, here are some practices that will keep it bee-friendly.

  • Japanese beetle: Tips for your lawn

    Published on May 16, 2017
    Tips and advice on managing japanese beetle in your lawn.

  • MSU Diagnostics Lab

    Published on March 15, 2012
    Michigan State University Diagnostic Services specializes in plant pathology, entomology, nematology and weed science work as a team to diagnose plant health and pest-related problems.

  • Cultivation of Lawns

    Published on May 28, 2015
    Soil compaction, soil layering and excessive thatch buildup are common problems on home lawns in Michigan.

  • Crabgrass Control in Home Lawns

    Published on May 28, 2015
    Homeowners and professionals alike spend a lot of time and money trying to eliminate crabgrass from their turfgrass stands. Numerous products for crabgrass control are widely available.

  • Bluegrass Billbug

    Published on May 28, 2015
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  • Maintaining Waterfront Turf to Preserve Water Quality

    Published on May 28, 2015
    This document focuses on turf tips.

  • Irrigation Practices to Preserve Water Quality

    Published on May 28, 2015
    Watering the lawn is a necessary activity for many homeowners who desire a high quality turf. When done correctly, irrigating turf will ensure better density and growth that allows the turf to compete more effectively with weeds and to reduce other pest pr

  • Integrated Pest Management for Home Lawns

    Published on May 28, 2015
    An integrated guide for pest management of home lawns.

  • Managing Yard Waste to Preserve Water Quality

    Published on June 8, 2015
    In 1994, a law banned grass clippings, tree leaves, branches and twigs from all landfills in Michigan. These items are considered yard waste, and prior to 1994, it accounted for approximately 20 to 25 percent of Michigan’s throwaway trash.

  • Fertilizing Home Lawns to Protect Water Quality

    Published on May 28, 2015
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  • Identification and Management of Fall Webworm

    Published on September 15, 2016
    In mid- to late summer, you may notice silk webs beginning to form around the shoots and leaves of your shade trees.

  • Flooding of Turf

    Published on May 28, 2015
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  • Ground Ivy Control for Home Lawns

    Published on May 28, 2015
    Mention ground ivy or creeping Charlie (Glechoma hederacea) to lawn care professionals or homeowners, and you'll most likely make them wince, scream or both. Ground ivy is a common invader of lawns.

  • Mowing Lawn Turf

    Published on June 8, 2015
    Mowing is the most basic practice for maintaining lawn turf. Mowing performed at the correct height and frequency is essential to the health and density of the stand. Removing leaf tips induces plants to form new sprouts, increasing stand density.

  • Phosphorus and Home Lawns

    Published on February 18, 2016
    One of the primary contaminants of surface water in Michigan is phosphorus. The contribution of phosphorus from urban landscapes has been identified as a significant input for many watersheds in lower Michigan.

  • Performance of Fineleaf Fescue Cultivars and Selections in Michigan 2004-2006

    Published on November 23, 2015
    Five species of fescue, chewings fescue, strong creeping red fescue, slender creeping red fescue, hard fescue and sheep fescue, are all commonly identified by their fine leaf texture.

  • Optimizing Cultural Practices to Improve Athletic Field Performance

    Published on May 28, 2015
    Turfgrass researchers have long extolled the benefits of proper mowing and fertilization practices to maintain vigorous and healthy turfgrass surfaces.

  • MSU Turfgrass Research Update 2017

    Published on May 1, 2018
    Dollar spot continues to be among the most important diseases on golf course turf in terms of the percentage of golf course pesticide/fertilizer budgets that are spent to control it.