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  Home Lawns

  Welcome to Michigan State University's website featuring our news, recommendations and resources for home lawns.

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  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.

• GDDTracker 4.0

  Published on May 6, 2015
  

• MSU Turf Insects

  Published on May 6, 2015
  

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  Smart watering for lawns: Don’t let the lawn squeeze you dry

  Published on May 10, 2016
  One of the areas in the home landscape that can use a tremendous amount of water is the lawn.

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  Smart Gardening: Smart lawn alternatives to protect pollinators

  Published on April 5, 2016
  Create pollinator-friendly lawns that are inviting to bees and other pollinators.

• 2008 MSU Turfgrass Research Reports

  Published on May 29, 2015
  

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  European Chafer and Japanese Beetle on Sod Farms (E0004TURF)

  Published on June 8, 2015
  Some sod farms in Michigan have had problems with Japanese beetle or European chafer in recent years. Spring is a good time to review your strategy for the next generation.

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  Michigan Fresh: Summer Lawn Care (E3180)

  Published on January 26, 2015
  Lawn and turf care includes more than mowing and watering.

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  Go Green Lawncare Tip Sheet

  Published on May 6, 2015
  The Go Green Lawncare Tip Sheet details mowing, watering, fertilizing and other helpful tips for keeping your grass and lawns well maintained.

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  Chinch bug: Tips for your lawn

  Published on April 14, 2017
  Advice on dealing with chinch bug on your lawn.

• 2005 MSU Turfgrass Research Reports

  Published on May 29, 2015
  

• MSU Turfgrass Research Reports

  Published on May 29, 2015
  

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  European chafer: Tips for your lawn

  Published on May 12, 2017
  Tips and tricks on managing European chafer on your lawn.

• GDD Poster

  Published on June 8, 2015
  

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  Sod webworm: Tips for your lawn

  Published on May 15, 2017
  Tip and tricks for managing and dealing with sod webworms on your lawn.

• MSU Turf Weeds ID & Control

  Published on December 16, 2013
  Easily learn key identification characteristics of common and not-so-common turfgrass weeds found in lawns, golf courses, athletic fields and sod farms in Michigan and the Midwest.

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  Mow high for weed and grub control

  Published on May 10, 2016
  Trying to mow your lawn at a height less than 3 inches is actually stressful to your lawn and may result in the need to apply more insecticide and herbicide.

• Lawn Care without Pesticides

  Published on May 6, 2015
  

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  Cultivation of Lawns (E0003TURF)

  Published on May 28, 2015
  Soil compaction, soil layering and excessive thatch buildup are common problems on home lawns in Michigan.

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  What are those dead grass tips in my lawn?

  Published on May 14, 2021
  Some turfgrass was injured as a result of freezing temperatures last week, but the injury is only temporary.