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Proper fertilization: Take key step with square footage calculator
Published on July 5, 2012
Online calculator conveniently determines the exact area of lawn or garden, saving you money and protecting the environment from over-fertilization. -
Managing your summer compost
Published on June 7, 2012
Follow these quick tips to keep your compost working at optimum levels all summer long. -
Gardening helps youth apply science and math concepts in fun ways
Published on June 5, 2012
Gardening presents a wealth of opportunities for youth to apply the science and math knowledge they have gained during the school year. -
Learn what is safe and legal to burn outdoors
Published on April 10, 2012
Michigan residents are urged to exercise caution when burning outdoors and to make sure that when and what they are burning complies with state laws and local ordinances. -
What are your plants telling you?
Published on March 20, 2012
Top five plant problems that indicate the need for a soil test -
What’s new with Imprelis?
Published on February 3, 2012
Questions remain about residual soil activity and recovery of trees affected by new herbicide. -
Michigan Fertilizer Act helps protect water quality
Published on February 3, 2012
Amendments to the Law prohibit fertilizer use and includes best management practices for water quality. -
Yard waste practices impact water quality
Published on February 3, 2012
Simple practices such as grasscycling can help protect local water resources. -
New legislation aims to protect Michigan’s waters from phosphorous in turf fertilizers
Published on November 17, 2011
New legislation prohibits the use of phosphorus fertilizers on residential or commercial lawns, beginning January 1, 2012. -
Excess drying leads to poor mulch performance
Published on August 10, 2011
Wood mulch applied too thickly then allowed to dry out may create a water-repellant condition that leads to poor perennial performance and even death.
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