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Protecting trees and shrubs from frost damage
Published on April 11, 2013
“Tried and true” method of covering plants with lightweight fabric is usually the best protection during frost advisories. -
Smart trees and shrubs for natural shoreline plantings
Published on February 26, 2014
If you have property on a waterfront, native trees and shrubs help protect shorelines and provide beauty. -
What to do with ice-covered trees
Published on December 26, 2013
Move damaged trees when it’s safe and necessary; otherwise best bet is to let nature take its course. -
Crafting Our Table from fallen MSU campus trees
Published on July 31, 2017
Nathan Shaver hand-built his family’s 10-person dining room table. His wife’s family is spread across the state and their home is the midpoint. He said he wanted to create a space where the family can unite to celebrate food, each other and community. -
Christmas trees and the science behind them
Published on November 29, 2016
Fun facts about the science of conifers, a symbol of the Christmas holiday. -
Keep your eye on your trees
Published on August 4, 2016
Checking the trees in your yard for signs of insect damage could help prevent Michigan’s next invasive forest pest. -
Winter injury update to Michigan trees and shrubs
Published on December 5, 2019
The cold snap on Nov. 11, 2019, could have lasting impacts on trees and shrubs. -
Don't give up on drought-stressed trees
Published on September 10, 2010
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2012 drought effects linger in trees and shrubs
Published on June 6, 2013
Despite mild weather so far in 2013, some trees and shrubs still show effects from last summer. -
Educational Videos | MSU Upper Peninsula Forestry Innovation Center
more indepth educational videos
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Taking measures to protect fruit trees
One new and novel delivery system MSU AgBioResearch scientists at Trevor Nichols Research Center are exploring is the application of trunk injection as a superior means of delivering plant protection materials to fruit trees.
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Don’t panic over frost damage to trees and shrubs
Published on May 15, 2017
Damage may look severe, but plants will usually recover. -
Home Lawns
Welcome to Michigan State University’s website featuring our news, recommendations and resources for home lawns.
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Associate Director, Trees Program
Hiring Organization: Pennsylvania Horticultural Society
Employment type: Full-Time
Application Deadline: February 27, 2020
Job Location: Philadelphia, PA
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Spring into home food preservation
Published on April 6, 2013
Get a head start on the summer food preservation season by getting your equipment ready and learning how to preserve your favorite foods. -
ID and Control Unwanted Trees and Shrubs
Video shows how to ID the most common invasive trees and shrubs and their control methods. These plants are already in Wisconsin or close to its border. Mechanical, chemical, and other practices are discussed. This presentation was part of the 2020 maple meeting for the Wisconsin Maple Producers Association.
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Care of live fir trees can mean a greener holiday
Published on November 29, 2012
Trying a live alternative to cut trees during the holiday season can be a satisfying exercise if some precautions are taken in the tree’s selection, transition and planting.
