Resources

In Michigan we are fortunate to have many gardening resources. We can gain knowledge and information both online and by taking seminars and classes.

Gardening in Michigan – MSU Extension gardening resources and tips for Michigan gardeners, from the first time vegetable gardener to more experienced gardeners with specific questions. Gardening questions may be submitted to MSUGardening Experts through the eXtension Ask an Expert widget on the home page.

eXtension - Online resource provided by experts from land grant university experts across the nation. Site contains information on Gardens, Lawns and Landscape as well as Master Gardener programs across the nation. Additional information provided through eXtension includes Community, Disaster Issues, Energy, Family, Farm, Pest Management, and Youth related topics.

MSU Diagnostic Services - Assistance in identifying plant health and pest-related problems.

MSU Extension News for Agriculture- Features pertinent articles from more than 160 MSU Extension expert contributors throughout the state, submitted in a variety of categories, including animal agriculture, plant-based agriculture, the bio-economy, business, home and garden, and organic agriculture.

MSU Horticulture Department - Demonstration gardens and special events and programs open to the public.

MSU Soil Sciences Department - Analytical services on samples of soil, greenhouse growth media, composts, plant tissue, water and other materials used for growing plants.

MSU Turfgrass Science - Helping you manage your patch of lawn in an environmentally responsible, efficient manner.

About Fens - This MSU website contains information on how to identify, evaluate and restore rare fen habitats.

Michigan Natural Features Inventory - Protecting Michigan’s biodiversity, especially endangered and threatened species and rare and threatened communities.

Michigan Conservation Stewards Program - Giving people the chance to learn from local and statewide experts about local natural resources and efforts to protect them.

Emerald Ash Borer - A multi-state effort to provide the latest information about emerald ash borer.

Health and Safety in the Garden

Published on May 7, 2025
This resources provides safety tips for gardeners.
How to Enter Hours in Volunteer Central

Published on July 15, 2022
This document provides step by step instructions for Extension Master Gardeners to enter hours in their Volunteer Central dashboard.
MSU Extension Veterans Resources Fact Sheet

Published on August 10, 2021
This fact sheet provides resources from MSU Extension to help support veterans and their families.
MSU Extension Master Gardener First Year Tip Sheet

Published on June 10, 2021
The EMG tip sheet for first year EMGs contains basic information to guide both the public who may be interested in becoming an MSU Extension Master Gardener and as a reminder of basic information for EMGs who are in their first year of the program.
MSU Extension Master Gardener Recertified Tip Sheet

Published on June 10, 2021
The EMG tip sheet for recertified EMGs contains basic information to guide EMGs through the policies for volunteer hours and where to stay informed of new and current information.
MSU Extension Volunteer Code of Conduct, Evaluation Acknowledgement, Media Release and Medical Form (8-18-20)

Published on August 18, 2020
MSU Extension code of conduct, media release and medical form required for all Extension volunteers.
Poison Ivy in Michigan – Toxicodendron radicans and rybergii

Published on May 29, 2020
Along with photos, identification and distribution information, this bulletin (E3438) also discusses the irritant substance urushiol and nonchemical and chemical control options.
Michigan State University Extension Master Gardener Program State Report - August 2019

Published on August 19, 2019
The Michigan State University Extension Master Gardener Program is an outreach program that brings the gardening and horticulture resources of Michigan’s land-grant university to the state’s residents and communities through trained volunteers.