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  • Spotted Lanternfly Biology

    Published on August 26, 2022
    A new invasive insect pest has arrived in Michigan. Learn about the biology of the spotted lanternfly, including its hosts and impacts, and how it spreads.

  • Identification Guide to Boxwood and its Lookalikes

    Published on May 12, 2022
    This guide will help you identify boxwoods as well as similar-looking plants so that you can tell the difference between them.

  • Using Bands to Protect Shade Trees from Spongy Moth

    Published on May 4, 2022
    Hiding bands and barrier bands can help protect individual shade trees from spongy moth, formerly gypsy moth.

  • Frost-Free Dates

    Published on April 25, 2022
    When can I plant? Check your area’s frost free date.

  • Lead Safety for the Home Gardener

    Published on March 18, 2022
    Information about lead found in soils, vegetables, water and crops. Learn what is safe and resources available to you.

  • Lymantria Dispar Aerial Survey

    Published on November 5, 2021
    Lymantria dispar, formerly gypsy moth, aerial survey map for 2021.

  • Spotted Lanternfly: A Colorful Cause for Concern

    Published on November 30, 2020
    Learn how to identify spotted lanternfly and take steps to slow its spread.

  • Smart Gardening to prevent oak wilt

    Published on August 9, 2019
    Smart Gardening tip sheet on how to recognize, prevent and control oak wilt.

  • Boxwood Blight Disease Identified in Michigan

    Published on January 25, 2019
    This fact sheet describes plant symptoms of boxwood disease as well as integrated pest management strategies for those who encounter the disease.

  • How to treat hemlock trees for hemlock woolly adelgid

    Published on June 22, 2017
    Guidelines for homeowners with hemlock trees infested with hemlock woolly adelgid.

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