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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. -
Cones and acorns appear in copious quantities this fall
Published on October 4, 2021
Past tree stresses contribute to heavy crop of cones and nuts. -
Identifying the oaks of Michigan
Published on August 11, 2021
This Smart Gardening guide will help you distinguish between the 10 most common species of oaks in Michigan. -
Michigan insects in the garden – Season 2 Week 8: Ermine moths
Published on August 11, 2021
Small, speckled moths that may cause damage. -
If you planted boxwood shrubs this spring, check them for box tree moth
Published on May 28, 2021
A new invasive pest of boxwood, box tree moth, was found on a few boxwood shrubs sold in Michigan this spring. -
Help me save my blue spruce
Published on May 27, 2021
Spoiler alert—it might not be possible. -
The best sampling procedures for accurate oak wilt testing
Published on April 28, 2021
Effective oak wilt management starts with confirmation of the disease. -
Oak Wilt Awareness Month in Michigan
Published on April 27, 2021
This campaign raises awareness about oak wilt prevention guidelines: avoid wounding trees between April 15-July 15, seal accidental wounds, do not move firewood, and take prompt action to control outbreaks. -
Assessing frost and freeze damage to flowers and buds of fruit trees
Published on March 30, 2021
How to assess the impact of a freeze on early fruit development. -
Improve your garden with MSU Enviroweather’s tools and information
Published on March 17, 2021
Enviroweather’s weather-based models and forecasting interpret Michigan’s conditions to help gardeners make better decisions about plant care and pest management.