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Choosing healthy garden transplants pay big dividends
Published on May 25, 2012
Select healthy transplants to ensure a great start to a productive and attractive garden. -
Perennial fertilization fact sheets now available
Published on May 7, 2012
New fact sheets help gardeners learn more about fertilizing both new and established perennial gardens. -
At-home soil-test kit makes lawn and garden maintenance simple and effective
Published on April 30, 2012
Michigan State University (MSU) Extension home lawn and garden soil test mailer and soil test website give home gardeners the tools they need to grow healthy plants, protect the environment and save money. -
Remember the quince?
Published on April 19, 2012
An old-time favorite, the quince is still around in some gardens. -
The usual suspects for yard and garden damage
Published on April 17, 2012
Know your critter by the damage that they cause. -
Last chance to start seeds indoors
Published on April 5, 2012
Starting your own seeds indoors offers a greater opportunity for variety in your garden. -
Discover plant-lover applications for your smart phone or tablet
Published on April 3, 2012
Gardening tips, tree identification, help with seed selection, garden planning and flower garden games are all available on your smart phone or tablet. -
What’s “growin’ on” with this weird weather?
Published on March 16, 2012
Weird winter weather pushes spring displays earlier than normal. -
Organic pesticides and produce
Published on March 1, 2012
Gardening season will start soon. Thinking about going organic, but don’t know how you’ll deal with pests? Here’s an overview about organic pesticides. -
Are you worried that last year's seeds won't grow in your garden?
Published on February 29, 2012
A simple test lets you measure your seed germination rate before you plant