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Meet an MSU Extension Master Gardener volunteer who trained in 1980

Published on January 2, 2025
Margot McCormack of Wayne County joined the program in one of its original training classes.
Who’s that digging in my yard: Skunks, raccoons or moles?

Published on October 18, 2024
Gain a better idea of which critter is digging up your yard or garden by the damage they cause.
Consider nature when designing your garden

Published on October 18, 2024
Canadian Garden Study Tour brings nature’s design to foreground.
Canadian Garden Study Tour connects people, places and plants

Published on October 9, 2024
MSU Extension Master Gardeners and friends bring back knowledge and experiences to share with others.
Labor Day lawn chores

Published on August 27, 2024
The Labor Day holiday signals the unofficial end to summer and is a great reminder that September is a key time for homeowners looking to spruce up the lawn.
Broadleaf helleborine: A weedy orchid invading lawns and flowerbeds

Published on July 18, 2024
Updated methods for combating broadleaf helleborine.
Purple deadnettle and henbit: Two common garden spring weeds

Published on May 14, 2024
Learn to identify and manage two commonly confused members of the mint family.
Grass photography tips for ID: Help us help you!

Published on May 9, 2024
Need help identifying a grass? Learn how to capture those critical photos that can help your identifier.
A prolific crop of maple tree seedlings are sprouting up in lawns across Michigan

Published on April 26, 2024
It's not unusual to see tree seedlings sprouting up in lawns in spring, and this year is no different. Many homeowners inquire about spraying herbicides to eliminate these pesky, diminutive trees, but the best answer is to keep mowing.
Smart Gardening messages shared at Escanaba Kiwanis Home & Garden Show/Pancake Feed

Published on April 26, 2024
Michigan Extension Master Gardeners directed showgoers to “don’t guess, soil test” and “don’t fight the site.”