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Poison Ivy in Michigan

Published on May 29, 2020
Along with photos, identification and distribution information, this bulletin discusses the irritant substance urushiol and how to avoid it. The publication ends with nonchemical and chemical control options.
USDA Forest Insect & Disease Leaflet 162: Spongy Moth

Published on April 1, 2020
The USDA's Forest Insect and Disease Leaflet (FIDL) 162 provides information about spongy moth, formerly gypsy moth, affecting forest trees in the United States.
Smart Gardening: What makes a pollinator rare or endangered?

Published on March 16, 2020
This tip sheet introduces a few of the rarer pollinators that are poorly known and only referred to by their scientific names.
Smart Gardening: Integrated pest management in vegetable gardens

Published on January 16, 2020
Integrated Pest Management (IPM) is an integral part of a smart garden.
Smart Gardening: Fertilizer Basics for the Smart Gardener

Published on January 15, 2020
Smart Gardening tip sheet on fertilizer basics for the smart gardener
Smart Gardening: Know the insects that look like bees

Published on October 1, 2019
Smart Gardening tip sheet on knowing and identifying the insects that look like bees.
Michigan State University Extension Master Gardener Program State Report - August 2019

Published on August 19, 2019
The Michigan State University Extension Master Gardener Program is an outreach program that brings the gardening and horticulture resources of Michigan’s land-grant university to the state’s residents and communities through trained volunteers.
Smart Gardening to Prevent Oak Wilt

Published on August 9, 2019
Smart Gardening tip sheet on how to recognize, prevent and control oak wilt.
Boxwood Blight Disease Identified in Michigan

Published on January 25, 2019
This fact sheet describes plant symptoms of boxwood disease as well as integrated pest management strategies for those who encounter the disease.
Smart gardening for kids: How to make your yard bee-friendly

Published on January 1, 2019
Smart Gardening tip sheet for kids on how to make your yard bee-friendly