News
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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. -
Black vine weevil damage to rhododendrons
Published on July 7, 2011
Black vine weevil feeds on the roots and leaves of rhododendrons and many other broadleaved evergreens. -
Soil organic matter can decrease leaching potential of pesticides.
Published on March 24, 2011
Every chemical has a risk of moving through the soil profile, leaching and getting into groundwater. One variable that can minimize the risk of leaching is organic matter. -
Gypsum as a soil additive: use it or lose it?
Published on February 22, 2011
The soil additive gypsum is not well understood and has limited uses in the calcareous-soils of Michigan. -
Bag to planting bed, 1, 2, 3!
Published on May 19, 2010
Recycling your old seed bags into sturdy planting containers is as easy as 1, 2, 3! -
Compost your yard waste
Published on May 4, 2010
Turn yard waste into a material that can enrich your soil.