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Rose rosette disease: A death sentence for roses

Published on September 7, 2023
How rose rosette disease spreads unseen among roses.
Soil testing through MSU Extension

Published on August 30, 2023
MSU Extension home lawn and garden and commercial soil tests provide access to personalized fertilizer recommendations for thousands of Michigan residents every year.
What the box tree moth quarantine means for Michigan homeowners

Published on August 28, 2023
The box tree moth quarantine has been extended to 10 Michigan counties. Here is what homeowners should know.
Dealing with storm-damaged trees

Published on August 25, 2023
Deciding which trees to save after a storm often requires careful inspection. When in doubt, always consult with a professional arborist before working around damaged trees.
Diagnostic Academy recently held in the Upper Peninsula

Published on August 23, 2023
Extension Master Gardeners and others learn more about diagnostics and assisting the public with plant and insect concerns.
MDARD expands box tree moth quarantine to ten southern Michigan counties

Published on August 2, 2023
The updated quarantine establishes a regulated area to ten southeast and central Michigan counties: Clinton, Eaton, Ingham, Livingston, Oakland, Jackson, Washtenaw, Wayne, Lenawee, and Monroe.
Equip yourself for dry weather: Tools and techniques to soften the slap of drought in your garden

Published on June 26, 2023
To minimize the impact of drought in your landscape and garden, it is crucial to employ the right tools and techniques. Planning ahead and implementing simple practices can soften the blow of drought and help your garden thrive.
Drought conditions begin to impact Michigan landscapes

Published on June 21, 2023
Watch for common signs of drought stress on landscape plants.
Beech leaf disease: A new risk to Michigan beech trees

Published on May 24, 2023
Changes in leaf color and decline in tree health appear in trees infected with beech leaf disease.
MSU Extension bulletin highlights alternatives to blue spruce

Published on May 11, 2023
As blue spruce trees continue to decline throughout Michigan, this guide provides replacement suggestions for homeowners and landscapers.