News
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Winter injury update to Michigan trees and shrubs
Published on December 5, 2019
The cold snap on Nov. 11, 2019, could have lasting impacts on trees and shrubs.
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Extension Master Gardener Program scheduled for Lakeshore area in 2020
Published on December 3, 2019
The best gardens begin in the classroom. Learn more about gardening at the Ottawa County Extension Master Gardener Program starting March 19, 2020.
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Choosing the right Christmas tree
Published on November 26, 2019
Consumers still have an array of choices as supplies tighten for some Christmas tree species.
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Tips for success with your first real Christmas tree
Published on November 26, 2019
Consider these tips for relieving the stress of buying and setting up your farm-grown Christmas tree this holiday season.
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Living Christmas trees: Another real tree option
Published on November 26, 2019
Enjoy holiday memories for years to come with a living tree.
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3 easy steps to make your real Christmas tree last this holiday season
Published on November 26, 2019
Fresh tree, fresh cut and fresh water are essential in keeping your real Christmas tree fresh and hydrated throughout the holiday season.
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Queen Quest: The search for overwintering bumble bees
Published on November 21, 2019
How you can help researchers understand where bumble bees spend the cold months.
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Bee, wasp or hornet nest: Which one is it?
Published on November 8, 2019
Before you go about destroying a nest, you need to determine whether it is a nest of bees, wasps or hornets.
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7 Things to know about samurai wasps, a natural enemy of brown marmorated stink bugs
Published on November 4, 2019
The brown marmorated stink bug (BMSB) is controlled in its home region of Asia by samurai wasps. The wasps are now found in the United States and could help control BMSB in Michigan.
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Upper Peninsula Extension Master Gardeners recognized for volunteer service
Published on October 25, 2019
Extension Master Gardeners volunteered over 3,330 hours focused around teaching others about proper gardening techniques with close to 7,900 people reached.
