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Entomology student camps out to crack mystery of who preys on monarch eggs
Published on March 13, 2019
Only about 5 percent of monarch eggs survive to become butterflies. Doctoral student Andrew Myers set up 24/7 surveillance to determine who is preying on the eggs. -
Pollinator Health Meetings to provide update on Great Lakes Pollinator Health Project
Published on February 22, 2019
Three regional meetings will share how to support and build on local efforts to improve pollinator health based on MSU research and findings. -
Colors in winter landscapes, forests and wetlands
Published on February 8, 2019
Take a hike on a winter’s day in the woods, along a stream or in a park and discover nature’s gifts of colorful and unique flowers and fruit. -
Demystifying GMOs for gardeners
Published on February 1, 2019
Learn more about genetically modified organisms (GMOs) during the Smart Gardening Conference in Grand Rapids, Michigan, on March 2, 2019. -
Boxwood blight disease identified in Michigan
Published on January 25, 2019
A serious fungal disease of boxwood that results in defoliation and decline of susceptible boxwood. A downloadable fact sheet is available. -
Plant enthusiasts can attend 2019 Plants of Distinction and beat the winter doldrums
Published on January 14, 2019
Beat the winter boredoms and get energized for spring! Join nationally renowned horticulturists and fellow plant enthusiasts for the daylong Plants of Distinction seminar on Feb. 13 in Novi. -
New resources in Michigan provide seeds for pollinator habitat
Published on January 11, 2019
Project Wingspan and Bee and Butterfly Habitat Fund expand their programs to Michigan and will provide seeds to help increase pollinator habitat. -
Have a closer look at your boxwood wreaths this holiday season
Published on December 11, 2018
Boxwood blight has been detected on boxwood wreaths in Michigan. Suspected plants can be examined by MSU Diagnostic Services, alternatively, they can be burned or double-bagged and disposed of in the trash. -
Demystifying fertilizer labels for home gardeners
Published on November 27, 2018
Understanding the numbers on a fertilizer bag and soil test results can help you choose which fertilizer to buy that will supply the needed nutrients for your garden or landscape plants. -
To bag or not to bag?
Published on October 31, 2018
If you start early, you can avoid all the work and time of raking, bagging and hauling leaves from your lawn.