MSU Extension Gardening in Michigan

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  Rain gardens part 2 – rain garden plants

  Published on December 2, 2021
  Rain gardens resemble regular perennial gardens and borders but have a more important function in the landscape. Learn more about which plants to include in your family’s rain garden.

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  Horticulture myth busting – Part 1

  Published on November 24, 2021
  Can electricity be used to reduce water hardness in hydroponics?

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  Multiple infestations of invasive water garden plants discovered this fall in southeast Michigan

  Published on November 24, 2021
  Over 3,500 pounds of water lettuce and water hyacinth have been removed by the Lake St. Clair Cooperative Invasive Species Management Area and Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy biologists.

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  Making your real Christmas tree last through the holidays

  Published on November 23, 2021
  Fresh tree, fresh cut and fresh water are essential in keeping your real Christmas tree fresh and hydrated throughout the holiday season.

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  Somewhere for the pollinators to go: A case study of establishing large-scale pollinator habitat

  Published on November 22, 2021
  Establishing pollinator habitat through the Bee & Butterfly Habitat Fund’s Seed a Legacy Program in southeast Michigan.

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  Is there a Christmas tree shortage this year?

  Published on November 18, 2021
  Despite the media hype, consumers will have trees to choose from.

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  What are these tiny caterpillars making cocoons all over my yard?

  Published on November 10, 2021
  Oak skeletonizer caterpillars are no threat to oak trees, but they can be a real nuisance when they build cocoons on outdoor furniture.

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  Is it too late to plant bulbs?

  Published on November 9, 2021
  Three tips for the procrastinating fall gardener.

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  Plant-eating nematodes and the key to fighting them

  Published on November 3, 2021
  Plant roots interact with many bacteria, fungi and microscopic organisms within the soil that can impact how well the plants grow. Some of these microscopic organisms are nematodes, and they are an especially important part of the life in the soil.

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  Heroes to Hives program teaches beekeeping to U.S. military veterans

  Published on November 3, 2021
  Registration is open for current and former U.S. service members to enroll in the Heroes to Hives online course.