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Interior needles casting in Concolor fir
Published on May 3, 2016
The fungal pathogen Phyllosticta spp. is causing the interior needles of Concolor fir to turn brown in landscapes and Christmas tree fields. -
Look before you plant landscape trees
Published on May 3, 2016
Successful landscape plant selection and establishment begins with a thorough site assessment. -
Gardeners in northeast Michigan will soon get a taste of Smart Gardening
Published on April 19, 2016
The 13th annual “Let’s Get Growing” garden show promises to provide visitors with smart gardening tips and tools. -
Looking forward to a great summer on your lake? Get ready at the Michigan Inland Lakes Convention
Published on April 19, 2016
Learn the latest information and skills April 28-30 in Boyne Falls. -
Oak wilt disease
Published on April 11, 2016
Mid-April to mid-July is the season to avoid wounding oaks. Oak wilt is an exotic disease causing increased levels of mortality in Michigan. Once in an oak stand, the disease will kill most of the oaks and treatment is expensive. -
Landscape plantings for wet areas and creating rain gardens seminar
Published on March 30, 2016
Plan to attend a free seminar on rain gardens open to the public April 14, 2016, in Holt, Michigan. -
Green isn’t always good
Published on March 29, 2016
Those first signs of spring can reveal exotic invasive shrubs. -
More reasons for soil testing
Published on March 10, 2016
Improper pH and higher than adequate nutrient levels are reasons for regular soil testing. -
Workshop emphasizes the importance of natural shorelines on inland lakes
Published on March 2, 2016
Local educational partnership to teach inland lake shoreline property owners how to create, restore and manage natural shorelines to protect water quality and encourage wildlife. -
Early bird registration rate for the 2016 Michigan Inland Lakes Convention ends March 15
Published on February 29, 2016
Don’t miss this year’s best opportunity for hands-on learning and networking opportunities for those passionate about Michigan inland lakes.