MSU Extension Gardening in Michigan

News

• Successful tomatoes planted in pots require the right container

  Published on September 8, 2011
  Many containerized tomatoes suffered this summer from failure to perform. Gardeners should consider larger, wider containers for next growing season.

• E. coli O157:H7 has competition from other STECs

  Published on September 6, 2011
  For years, O157:H7 was the pathogenic strain of E. coli known to wreak havoc, now others can too

• Sharpen your shovel for late-summer garden chores

  Published on August 31, 2011
  August and September are great times to start thinking about re-energizing your garden and preparing for the upcoming year by dividing and refurbishing your perennials.

• Families discover nature at Kent County’s Pickerel Lake

  Published on August 29, 2011
  Enrich your appreciation for nature and discover how you can bring it to your own backyard by visiting Kent County’s Pickerel Lake on September 10.

• Tough plants for tough places: Grasses

  Published on August 29, 2011
  Grasses are the ultimate tough plant for the ultimate tough place – Michigan.

• When to control tar spots on maples

  Published on August 26, 2011
  Although tar spot symptoms are readily visible now, pause for a moment to consider the overall impact on tree health and appropriate chemical management.

• Diagnosing chinch bug problems in home lawns

  Published on August 26, 2011
  Most of the damage is over with for this year, but it’s not too late to check for chinch bug damage and spot-spray infested areas.

• Edible flint urban farmers co-op has community impact beyond food

  Published on August 24, 2011
  This urban gardening effort in the City of Flint produces multiple benefits towards a healthier community.

• Mustard as a cover crop

  Published on August 22, 2011
  Utilizing mustard as a cover crop may reduce soil borne pathogens in the soil

• Gypsy moth finding a niche in evergreens

  Published on August 18, 2011
  Spruce trees provide haven for low populations of gypsy moth. Inspection of plants and sites where eggs could be laid is the key to preventing damage next year.