Resources

Michigan Wild Bee Identification Cards

Published on May 12, 2025
These bee identification cards can help you learn about bees that you might see visiting flowers in your neighborhood.
Spotted Lanternfly – A Guide for Homeowners and Residents in Michigan

Published on September 17, 2024
A guide for Michigan homeowners and residents on spotted lanternfly, an invasive insect that has become established in several U.S. states including Michigan.
Smart Gardening: Don’t Guess - Soil Test!

Published on December 22, 2023
Get Your Home Lawn and Garden Soil Test Kit Today.
Smart Gardening to Deter Deer

Published on December 20, 2023
Stop deer damage in your garden or landscape with smart gardening techniques.
Smart Gardening: Trees and Shrubs Suitable for Michigan Landscapes

Published on December 20, 2023
Beyond the popular array of easy-to-find exotic plants, there are many native plants that can provide natural beauty and enhanced habitat for wildlife.
A Tale of Two Invaders: Tree of Heaven and Spotted Lanternfly

Published on October 2, 2023
Locating and managing tree of heaven is a key aspect of dealing with spotted lanternfly and reducing the impacts of this invader in North America.
Dogwood Borer: A Not So New Pest

Published on September 1, 2023
Dogwood borers can feed on a variety of trees in forests, orchards and even in your neighborhood!
Alternatives to Blue Spruce: Top Conifers for Michigan Landscapes

Published on April 30, 2023
Homeowners and landscapers are often searching for alternative conifers to replace blue spruce trees. This resource lists medium to large conifers adapted to Michigan soils and climate, which can fulfill many of the same landscape functions as blue spruce.
Box Tree Moth Alert

Published on April 14, 2023
Use the information provided in this tip sheet to look for box tree moth (BTM) and report any possible sightings.
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.