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Tips for growing tomatoes in your home garden

Published on April 27, 2015
Michigan State University Extension resources help gardeners grow a successful crop.
“Cool” vegetables for you to grow this spring

Published on March 20, 2015
Start your gardening season earlier by planting cool season vegetables, which prefer lower temperatures for seed germination and plant growth. Some crops can be seeded together.
Sowing seeds for a vibrant vegetable garden

Published on March 10, 2015
Planting tips from Michigan State University Extension can help you get your garden off to a great start.
What fruit is growing on my potato plants?

Published on September 12, 2014
Gardeners have been surprised this year to find fruit produced on tops of potato plants. Learn how they are caused and why they are not edible.
Tomato anthracnose: When those prized, ripe tomatoes go bad

Published on September 9, 2014
Ripe tomatoes are more prone to skin damage, which could lead to anthracnose.
Garden safety for kids part 2: Using tools and preventing injury

Published on August 11, 2014
Learn to stay safe in the garden.
Garden safety for kids part 1: Getting ready for the garden

Published on August 11, 2014
How to pick the best day for gardening.
Radishes can add heat and variety to any garden

Published on July 14, 2014
This sometimes-forgotten root vegetable is great for its unique flavor and low-maintenance growing.
It’s not too late to add herbs to your summer garden

Published on July 7, 2014
Herbs add beauty and fragrance to the garden while attracting pollinators and beneficial insects.
Local food gets closer to home with backyard gardens

Published on July 3, 2014
The shortest of all food supply chains is from one’s backyard directly to the kitchen! Backyard gardening is an excellent way for people to reap the benefits of fresher, nutrient-rich foods.