MSU Extension Gardening in Michigan

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  Got lawn and garden questions? Contact MSU Extension’s free hotline.

  Published on May 16, 2019
  MSU Extension Consumer Horticulture staff and specially trained Extension Master Gardeners are available during the day, Monday through Friday to assist with your gardening questions.

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  To bag or not to bag?

  Published on October 31, 2018
  If you start early, you can avoid all the work and time of raking, bagging and hauling leaves from your lawn.

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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.