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New pollination management resource for urban growers in the Great Lakes region

Published on October 6, 2025
A free pocket guide to help growers create and maintain native plant habitat to boost crop pollination by native bees is available through Michigan State University Extension.
What to plant in your landscape to deter deer

Published on April 25, 2025
Plan your landscaping to deter deer and mitigate damage.
Participating in a planned burn

Published on December 20, 2024
Planned or prescribed burns can provide wildlife habitat benefits, such as combatting invasive species and assisting in habitat restoration.
Consider nature when designing your garden

Published on October 18, 2024
Canadian Garden Study Tour brings nature’s design to foreground.
Add common milkweed to your garden to make colorful insects happy

Published on September 30, 2024
Milkweed plants can serve as host to many kinds of interesting insects.
This bug’s stink is worse than its bite

Published on September 13, 2024
Green sting bugs may appear in large numbers, but generally don’t cause significant damage in Michigan gardens and landscapes.
Bark to bloom: Michigan’s native dogwoods

Published on August 26, 2024
There is a dogwood for almost every garden.
Enjoying the fireflies this summer? Thank a snail

Published on August 21, 2024
Before they become fireflies, these beetles spend their immature stage as predators of garden pests.
Butterfly gardening basics

Published on August 1, 2024
Creating a safe haven to attract butterflies can be a joyful hobby that is good for the environment. Here are some key tips for butterfly gardening success.
Not just for monarchs! Milkweed is a vital food source for milkweed tussock moth caterpillars

Published on July 23, 2024
Milkweed tussock moth caterpillars should be welcome diners on your milkweed plants.