MSU Extension Gardening in Michigan

• The first fruit of the season

  Published on April 18, 2014
  Preserving strawberries safely will extend their flavor for later in the year.

• How cold is too cold for Michigan fruit crops?

  Published on January 21, 2014
  Extremely cold temperatures in January have the potential to damage Michigan fruit crops during winter dormancy. Peaches, blueberries and wine grapes are the most cold tender.

• Wind chill doesn’t really matter to a plant

  Published on January 21, 2014
  It’s the temperature of the air that matters to a plant, not the wind chill. Calm air can get much colder.

• Got worms in your raspberries?

  Published on September 5, 2013
  Home gardeners are learning about – and probably eating – our newest pest of small fruit: the spotted wing Drosophila.

• Successful container gardening

  Published on June 7, 2013
  Containers are a great way to garden or add interest to your garden.

• Phytotoxicity: When an application appears to do more harm than good

  Published on May 23, 2013
  Growers and gardeners can prevent phytotoxicity with these precautions.

• Growing grapes in the backyard

  Published on May 3, 2013
  Tips and resources to help get you started on your own backyard vineyard.

• Mulching landscape beds FAQs

  Published on May 2, 2013
  As the weather warms and homeowners and landscapers become active, many questions begin to arise when it comes to mulching landscape beds.

• Smart gardening resources for Michigan gardeners

  Published on April 30, 2013
  Michigan State University Extension provides live and online smart gardening resources for new and experienced gardeners.

• Spring fertilization of garden fruits

  Published on April 4, 2013
  Proper fertility is an important factor for high quality garden fruit production.