MSU Extension Gardening in Michigan

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  Is my lawn dead?

  Published on August 14, 2018
  July was hot and dry and unirrigated lawns were dormant. Following recent rains, many are wondering whether or not their lawns are dead and need reseeding.

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  Wet spring conditions create challenging turfgrass conditions

  Published on May 24, 2018
  Warm temperatures and excessive rainfall have turfgrass growth surging.

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  Tips for reseeding lawns in spring

  Published on April 20, 2018
  Spots of your lawn may need reseeding this spring.

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  Hot, dry weather impacts fall turfgrass management

  Published on October 3, 2017
  Weed, disease and insect control and fertilizer applications are all being affected by the hot, dry weather in September.

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  Garden smarter with Michigan State University Extension programs

  Published on August 14, 2017
  If you haven’t heard of Michigan State University Extension’s Smart Gardening initiative, its goal is to promote earth friendly and sustainable practices that will save gardeners time, effort and money.

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  Do grub control products work?

  Published on May 31, 2017
  When to apply grub control products, how reliable they are and why some people are confused about whether they work.

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  Healthy lawns are more resilient to grubs, drought and other stressors

  Published on May 24, 2017
  Use these Smart Gardening practices to have a healthy lawn that is more resilient to potential turf problems.

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  European crane flies observed around lawns and homes in southern Michigan

  Published on May 22, 2017
  European crane fly adults have been observed during the last three to four weeks. Here are some tips to prevent turf damage.

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  European chafer grubs are ravaging Upper Peninsula lawns and golf courses

  Published on May 12, 2017
  Make sure you are using the appropriate timing and treatments when controlling European chafer grubs in turf.

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  Nostoc: A green, jelly-like substance growing in lawns

  Published on May 8, 2017
  Nostoc is not easy to control, cyanobacteria have been around for about 3.5 billion years and have survived conditions ranging from volcanoes to the Ice Age.

• Pest mosquitoes love standing water and warm weather

  Published on May 1, 2017
  Managing standing water near your home and business can help control mosquitoes that transmit disease. Keeping your lawn cut can reduce tick populations.

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  Understanding Roundup products

  Published on April 18, 2017
  Not every Roundup is the same. Read the label and follow directions to ensure you’re picking the correct product for your intended use.

• What’s the difference between Roundup and Roundup For Lawns?

  Published on March 31, 2017
  These two different products are good examples of why understanding the difference between product names and herbicide active ingredients is critical.

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  Smart lawn alternatives to protect pollinators

  Published on February 10, 2017
  Create pollinator-friendly lawns that are inviting to bees and other pollinators.

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  Smart lawn care to protect pollinators

  Published on January 25, 2017
  Whether you choose weed-free or a more relaxed approach to your lawn, here are some practices that will keep it bee-friendly.

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  Don’t sweep your leaves to the curb! Mulch them back into your lawn or garden

  Published on November 7, 2016
  Mulching leaves back into your lawn will provide a natural source of nutrients that will improve the growth of your lawn.

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  Controlling broadleaf weeds in the lawn is best done in October

  Published on October 6, 2016
  Fall is the ideal time for controlling broadleaf weeds such as ground ivy, dandelion and white clover.

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  Turfgrass pests: Sod webworms, bluegrass billbugs and grubs on the horizon

  Published on August 17, 2016
  Insect damage from sod webworms, bluegrass billbugs or grubs may be the reason some parts of your lawn didn’t green-up after recent rains.

• Sticky situation for homeowners in northern Michigan

  Published on August 12, 2016
  Abundant Lecanium scale populations result in sticky sap, coating everything in the yard.

• Water conservation will offset summer drought costs

  Published on August 10, 2016
  Temperatures are not the only thing high during this hot and dry summer. Water bills are skyrocketing as homeowners try to maintain their outdoor plants and lawns.