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Poinsettias add color to your holiday decor and are nationally recognized on Dec. 12
Published on December 6, 2012
While red is the perennial favorite, poinsettias come in an abundance of colors and they are grown in Michigan. -
Care of live fir trees can mean a greener holiday
Published on November 29, 2012
Trying a live alternative to cut trees during the holiday season can be a satisfying exercise if some precautions are taken in the tree’s selection, transition and planting. -
Real Christmas trees: A natural choice
Published on November 28, 2012
Choosing the right species of Christmas tree will give you lasting enjoyment through the holiday season. -
Poison ivy: Frequently Asked Questions
Published on November 4, 2012
Tips for identifying and avoiding this noxious native plant. -
Cluster flies: A fall invader that lives up to its name
Published on October 16, 2012
An annoying fall invader of homes, cluster fly adults are now on the move, looking for a warm spot to overwinter. -
Extended drought may threaten tree health
Published on September 19, 2012
Depending upon its severity, extended drought can have long-term effects on tree and shrub health. Injury from secondary pests such as insect borers or root rots may attack – and kill – trees weakened by drought and other stressors. -
Best Control Practice Guides available from Michigan Natural Features Inventory
Published on September 10, 2012
Comprehensive resources are available to help those trying to combat some of Michigan’s nastiest invasive plants. -
Earwigs: Bane of summer garden plants
Published on June 22, 2012
The key to combating ravenous earwigs in container plants is to dry out the environment. -
Tree damage from Imprelis: One year later
Published on June 19, 2012
Landscapers and homeowners are seeing subtle and longer-term tree damage from the turf herbicide Imprelis, even to trees that showed little impact in 2011. -
Seeking alternative pollinators
Published on June 14, 2012
Some plants require specialists to help in the pollination process.