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MSU Horticulture Garden's 2017 trial results are now available

Published on December 1, 2017
MSU Horticulture Gardens’ list of top performing plants gives greenhouse growers, landscapers and gardeners great performing and showy plants to choose from in the upcoming season.
Mealybugs: A common pest of indoor plants

Published on November 28, 2017
Plants moved indoors for the winter can be a source of insect pests such as mealybugs, so make sure to carefully inspect them.
Lichens: A partnership in nature that survives in diverse environments

Published on November 28, 2017
One partner provides food and the other shelter and protection from UV light and predators. Together, they can exist in climates ranging from polar to tropical and even aquatic environments.
Christmas trees for connoisseurs: Try an exotic species this year

Published on November 22, 2017
Michigan Christmas tree farms are producing an ever-widening array of tree types, including exotic or lesser-known tree species.
Michigan Natural Shoreline Partnership seeks individuals interested in becoming professionals

Published on November 21, 2017
Annual certification training will be offered March 6-7, 2018 in East Lansing to prepare those working at the water’s edge.
Blister beetles: Handle with care

Published on November 15, 2017
Although rare in Michigan, the most hazardous blister beetle species can be irritating to livestock, pets and humans. They are occasional garden pests and handling them too roughly without protection can cause skin blisters.
Forcing spring bulbs to bloom indoors

Published on November 8, 2017
Add some color to this winter by forcing spring bulbs to bloom indoors and explore the science behind it.
All-season trees: River birch

Published on October 27, 2017
All-season trees like river birch provide interest to your landscape by changing colors throughout all four seasons.
Celebrating 100 years of Michigan State University Extension in Alcona County

Published on October 19, 2017
Alcona County and Michigan State University Extension are celebrating 100 years since the introduction of Extension to Alcona County in May 1917.
All-season trees: Paperbark maple

Published on October 17, 2017
All-season trees like paperbark maple provide interest to your landscape by changing colors throughout all four seasons.