MSU Extension Gardening in Michigan

News

• They're back: Multicolored Asian ladybeetles out and about

  Published on April 16, 2010
  Multicolored Asian lady beetles surged in 2009, invading homes to overwinter. Warm spring temps triggered indoor activity. They bite, stain surfaces and may trigger allergies. Sealing, vacuuming or fall insecticide sprays can help manage this nuisance.

• Enviro-weather’s Fire Blight Interactive Predictor modified to improve predictions

  Published on April 14, 2010
  We’ve changed the Enviro-weather Fire Blight Interactive Predictor to better alert users to potential blossom blight conditions.

• Spruce brown-out?

  Published on April 3, 2010
  

• Matted lawns and snow mold injury

  Published on March 25, 2010
  

• What’s a fen and why you should care if you have one

  Published on February 12, 2010
  

• New look for Enviro-weather means easier use for you

  Published on January 20, 2010
  

• Home gardeners: Kill diseased tomatoes and potatoes to prevent late blight next year

  Published on October 21, 2009
  

• Dry weather could mean grub damage in lawns

  Published on September 18, 2009
  

• Fall invading insects

  Published on September 18, 2009
  In fall, boxelder bugs, Asian lady beetles, cluster flies, conifer seed bugs and grain beetles may invade homes seeking warmth. Seal cracks and use insecticides on exterior walls to reduce entry. Vacuum indoor bugs and expect some to linger all winter.

• Why are we seeing so few Japanese beetles this summer?

  Published on September 4, 2009