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  • Don’t Guess - Soil Test! Get Your Home Lawn and Garden Soil Test Kit Today

    Published on November 27, 2023
    Understanding each individual plant’s needs and the type of soil you have is the first step in properly managing soil fertility.

  • Frost-Free Dates

    Published on April 25, 2022
    When can I plant? Check your area’s frost free date.

  • Lead Safety for the Home Gardener

    Published on March 18, 2022
    Information about lead found in soils, vegetables, water and crops. Learn what is safe and resources available to you.

  • Summer Lawn Care

    Published on July 12, 2021
    Simple cultural practices through the summer can aid the grass in surviving the stresses of summer.

  • Poison Ivy in Michigan – Toxicodendron radicans and rybergii

    Published on May 29, 2020
    Along with photos, identification and distribution information, this bulletin (E3438) also discusses the irritant substance urushiol and nonchemical and chemical control options.

  • Japanese beetle: Tips for your lawn

    Published on May 16, 2017
    Tips and advice on managing japanese beetle in your lawn.

  • Sod webworm: Tips for your lawn

    Published on May 15, 2017
    Tip and tricks for managing and dealing with sod webworms on your lawn.

  • European chafer: Tips for your lawn

    Published on May 12, 2017
    Tips and tricks on managing European chafer on your lawn.

  • Chinch bug: Tips for your lawn

    Published on April 14, 2017
    Advice on dealing with chinch bug on your lawn.

  • 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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