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How to protect pollinators in urban landscapes and gardens
Published on July 11, 2019
A new 2019 update is now available for the most complete guide to protecting pollinators while gardening, growing flowers or managing trees, shrubs or turfgrass in urban areas. -
What is spruce decline and what should you do about it?
Published on June 28, 2019
Frequently asked questions about spruce decline. -
Sycamore anthracnose: Why your sycamore may be slow to leaf out this spring
Published on June 28, 2019
Many American sycamores have not leafed out well during this cold, wet spring, but they should recover with warmer weather. -
Btk: One management option for Lymantria dispar
Published on May 22, 2019
Answers to frequently asked questions about using Bt products to control Lymantria dispar, formerly gypsy moth, during outbreaks. -
On Tapping Maples
Published on May 7, 2019
Making maple syrup brings families to woodlands in productive ways. The idea of spending time reducing sap to syrup attracts many, both in the production and the consumption. The season is short. The memories are not. -
Tree, turf and ornamental plant update – May 7, 2019
Published on May 7, 2019
An update on Lymantria dispar, formerly gypsy moth, white pine bluster rust and winter injury. -
Red squirrel injury to spruce trees in winter
Published on April 4, 2019
Pesky red squirrels will feed on spruce and pine buds when other foods become scarce in the winter. -
Boxwood blight disease identified in Michigan
Published on January 25, 2019
A serious fungal disease of boxwood that results in defoliation and decline of susceptible boxwood. A downloadable fact sheet is available. -
Have a closer look at your boxwood wreaths this holiday season
Published on December 11, 2018
Boxwood blight has been detected on boxwood wreaths in Michigan. Suspected plants can be examined by MSU Diagnostic Services, alternatively, they can be burned or double-bagged and disposed of in the trash. -
What are those large webs in my trees?
Published on October 10, 2018
Fall webworm webbing in trees brings more anxiety than harm to the plant.