News

MSU hires new weed specialist for ornamentals

Published on September 30, 2019
The MSU Department of Horticulture welcomes Debalina Saha as a new assistant professor of horticulture specializing in weed management in the ornamental horticulture industry.
Preventing boxwood blight in nurseries

Published on September 10, 2019
Boxwood blight was detected on plants sold at retailers during the spring sales season in Michigan. Nursery growers should be familiar with the symptoms and vigilant when inspecting their own stock and buying in product from other nurseries.
Browning of boxwood: Is it boxwood blight?

Published on September 10, 2019
While the browning and defoliation of boxwood is a key symptom of boxwood blight, there are a number of other look-alike plant problems.
Using climatology to estimate first freezing temperatures of the fall season

Published on August 30, 2019
Statistics help narrow down the timing of first freezing temperatures across Michigan.
New lavender online course now available

Published on August 6, 2019
Ready to turn your garden purple? A new online course will teach growers how to establish lavender, manage, harvest and market the crop.
Nursery production tour set for Aug. 7, 2019 in west Michigan

Published on July 18, 2019
Participants can learn about the diversity of nursery crop production in western Michigan. Sign up today!
How to protect pollinators in urban landscapes and gardens

Published on July 11, 2019
A new 2019 update is now available for the most complete guide to protecting pollinators while gardening, growing flowers or managing trees, shrubs or turfgrass in urban areas.
Exploring opportunities: Growing industrial hemp in Michigan

Published on July 8, 2019
Industrial hemp was legalized by the 2018 Farm Bill and is a new opportunity for Michigan growers. Join a four-part webinar series on growing industrial hemp, especially in greenhouse production.
When will the cool, wet weather end?

Published on June 24, 2019
MSU agricultural meteorologist Jeff Andresen gives insight on recent weather and predictions for the rest of the summer.
Growing lavender in Michigan: Advice for a purple garden

Published on June 12, 2019
Lavender thrives in alkaline, rocky soils where many other agricultural crops do not grow. Learn the basics of lavender production.