MSU Extension Gardening in Michigan

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  Pain in the grass: Tall fescue

  Published on May 23, 2023
  Not all weedy grasses are crabgrass. Tall fescue is one of the top grassy weed complaints received by MSU Extension and MSU Plant & Pest Diagnostics each year.

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  Tips to toss the moss from your lawn

  Published on May 10, 2023
  Frustrated with moss in your lawn? Understand why and then consider a range of management options.

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  Lawn turf update - May 4, 2023

  Published on May 4, 2023
  Lawns have been slow growing this spring with the unusually cold and wet weather but the forecasted warmup by the end of the week will have lawns and weeds springing to life.

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  Spring lawn care tips for shoreline homeowners

  Published on April 21, 2023
  Healthy lawns can help slow and filter surface runoff; it is also important to understand turf maintenance can affect water quality, especially fertilizer and pesticide applications.

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  Avoid herbicide misuse at home, things to know before you buy

  Published on April 11, 2023
  A little herbicide homework can increase efficacy, safety and cost savings.

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  Will my turf recover from recent flooding?

  Published on April 10, 2023
  Recent rainfall events caused flooding on golf courses, lawns and other turf areas. Depending on how long the turf was submerged and whether soil deposition occurred will determine whether turf survives.

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  Timing crabgrass preemergence applications in spring

  Published on April 5, 2023
  When is the correct time to apply crabgrass preemergence herbicides in the spring?

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  Soil testing returns through MSU Extension!

  Published on April 4, 2023
  MSU Extension launches new soil testing program for home gardeners and commercial growers.

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  Fall yard and garden cleanup tips

  Published on November 3, 2022
  Use these fall yard and garden cleanup tips for more success next year.

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  Controlling yellow nutsedge in turfgrass

  Published on June 29, 2022
  Yellow nutsedge is appearing in turfgrass. This article describes nutsedge and presents control options for homeowners and professional applicators.

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  Crabgrass control during a hot summer

  Published on June 29, 2022
  Crabgrass has been enjoying the high temperatures in Michigan by invading turfgrass areas.

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  Broadleaf helleborine: A weedy orchid invading lawns and flowerbeds

  Published on June 24, 2022
  Updated methods for combating broadleaf helleborine.

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  Tree seedlings are infesting lawns

  Published on May 26, 2022
  This spring a prolific crop of maple tree seedlings are sprouting up in lawns across the state.

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  Consider a flowering bee lawn to help pollinators

  Published on May 19, 2022
  Another tool to make your yard more attractive to bees and other pollinators.

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  Lawn turf update – May 11, 2022

  Published on May 11, 2022
  Lawns have been slow growing this spring with the unusually cold and wet conditions, but the recent warmup has lawns and weeds springing to life.

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  Spring blooming lawn and garden weeds: A focus on winter annual identification and management

  Published on April 13, 2022
  Understand your spring blooming lawn and garden weeds for better control.

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  Fall armyworm egg masses hatching now could bring new turf damage soon

  Published on September 24, 2021
  A fall armyworm outbreak is now causing damage to lawns, golf courses and other turfgrass in some places in Michigan.

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  Maintaining a grasses and sedges garden

  Published on September 13, 2021
  Keeping your turf alternative garden alive for the next season.

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  Is your water garden having a RIPPLE effect on Michigan's waterways?

  Published on May 14, 2021
  While water gardens add beauty to backyards, it is important to be aware of the risks associated with aquatic invasive species and to prevent escape.

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  What are those dead grass tips in my lawn?

  Published on May 14, 2021
  Some turfgrass was injured as a result of freezing temperatures last week, but the injury is only temporary.