News
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Tree, turf and ornamental plant update – May 7, 2019
Published on May 7, 2019
An update on gypsy moth, white pine bluster rust and winter injury.
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Spring blooming lawn and garden weeds: A focus on winter annual identification and management
Published on April 26, 2019
Understand your spring blooming lawn and garden weeds for better control.
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Aquatic plant species prohibited from sale in Michigan
Published on April 19, 2019
There are currently 18 aquatic plant species that are prohibited from sale in Michigan as they pose a threat to the local ecosystem.
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Registration now required to sell non-native aquatic plants
Published on April 19, 2019
According to a new law, all retailers of live non-native aquatic organisms must now register yearly with the Michigan Department of Natural Resources.
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Tree, turf and ornamental plant update – April 19, 2019
Published on April 19, 2019
Spring has sprung in most of Michigan, leading gardeners to ask many common turf, pruning and pollinator health questions.
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Use the winter and early spring to plan for a school garden project
Published on April 10, 2019
Considerations in planning a school garden.
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Worried about oak wilt?
Published on April 5, 2019
Remember the no prune dates of April 15 – July 15 to reduce the chance of oak wilt infection.
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Decorating with plants
Published on April 5, 2019
From modern, sleek containers to holiday-themed gifts, plants are key to any home décor style.
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Red squirrel injury to spruce trees in winter
Published on April 4, 2019
Pesky red squirrels will feed on spruce and pine buds when other foods become scarce in the winter.
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Mutation examples and how they happen
Published on April 4, 2019
We are quick to notice and utilize some plant mutations while others go undetected.
