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USDA releases new hardiness zone map
Published on January 30, 2012
New United States Department of Agriculture hardiness map features more up-to-date climate data and interactivity. Here are the strengths and limitations of the latest update since 1990. -
Use firewood wisely and keep out unwanted pests
Published on January 24, 2012
Leaving firewood stored indoors can introduce carpenter ants, powderpost beetles and other pests into your home. -
Carpenter bees: Another home-wrecker
Published on January 3, 2012
Mysterious holes in exterior wood surfaces around the home may be the work of carpenter bees. -
Woodpeckers and the house: It’s your siding versus their chipped holes
Published on January 3, 2012
Those who live in wood-sided houses should never scoff at woodpeckers. Scare-devices are your best option to rid your home of their drilling. -
Many farm markets still open
Published on December 29, 2011
Thirty-eight out of Michigan's 1,225 farmer’s markets are open year-round and are still offering local, fresh foods. -
Trade in stamps for seeds and starter plants
Published on December 29, 2011
A bit of soil and some seeds, and you can feed your family in a SNAP. -
Autumn olive: one invasive shrub
Published on December 1, 2011
A pest of the west and beast of the east, the autumn olive can be one invasive shrub. -
Dig in now to plant a living Christmas tree
Published on November 15, 2011
Plenty of planning and preparation are a must if you’re interested in adding a living Christmas tree to your holiday season and landscape plans. -
Five fall insect invaders
Published on November 2, 2011
These six-legged overwintering zombies are a nuisance around homes, but there are a few things you can do send them elsewhere -
How to select and care for poinsettias
Published on November 1, 2011
Michigan produced nearly 2.4 million poinsettia plants last year. Try these tips to enjoy beautiful, fresh poinsettias this holiday season.