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Home Lawns
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Proper fertilization: Take key step with square footage calculator
Published on July 5, 2012
Online calculator conveniently determines the exact area of lawn or garden, saving you money and protecting the environment from over-fertilization. -
Evenings in the Garden spring 2017 series
Published on April 6, 2017
MSU Tollgate Farm is rolling out new Evenings in the Garden spring series starting April 15, 2017. -
Beautiful gardens are also resource-responsible
Published on February 14, 2018
Learn earth-friendly and resource-responsible techniques that’ll make your garden shine at the 2018 Grand Rapids Smart Gardening Conference on March 3. -
Pest mosquitoes love standing water and warm weather
Published on May 1, 2017
Managing standing water near your home and business can help control mosquitoes that transmit disease. Keeping your lawn cut can reduce tick populations. -
Grow your gardening knowledge in the Escanaba Master Gardener Program
Published on July 21, 2016
Register now for the Master Gardener Program in Escanaba, Michigan, starting Aug. 25, 2016. Online registration is required by Aug. 11, limited and partial scholarship application are required by July 29. -
Visit the Smart Gardening booth at the 2017 Lansing Home and Garden Show
Published on March 15, 2017
Welcome spring and receive great Smart Gardening tips to save you time and money at the Lansing Home and Garden Show, March 16-19, 2017. -
Debunking garden myths and mulch are popular topics at 2017 Smart Gardening Conference
Published on February 7, 2017
Nationally-known horticulturist and author Linda Chalker-Scott will get to the truth about common gardening myths at March 4 conference in Grand Rapids. -
Use rye this fall to put your garden to bed for the winter
Published on October 22, 2012
Rye as a cover crop has numerous benefits for overwintering your garden. -
European crane flies observed around lawns and homes in southern Michigan
Published on May 22, 2017
European crane fly adults have been observed during the last three to four weeks. Here are some tips to prevent turf damage. -
Water conservation will offset summer drought costs
Published on August 10, 2016
Temperatures are not the only thing high during this hot and dry summer. Water bills are skyrocketing as homeowners try to maintain their outdoor plants and lawns. -
Healthy lawns are more resilient to grubs, drought and other stressors
Published on May 24, 2017
Use these Smart Gardening practices to have a healthy lawn that is more resilient to potential turf problems. -
Is your water garden having a RIPPLE effect on Michigan's waterways?
Published on July 8, 2016
While water gardens add beauty to backyards, it is important to be aware of the risks associated with aquatic invasive species and to prevent escape. -
Late season lawn seeding
Published on September 24, 2012
Lawns may have taken a beating from the summer drought, but it’s not too late for a little first aid for the grass blades. -
Smart soils: What you can do to reduce phosphorus
Published on February 22, 2013
Phosphorus helps vegetable plants and flowers produce blooms and fruit abundantly. -
Smart watering for lawns: Don’t let the lawn squeeze you dry
Published on February 22, 2013
One of the areas in the home landscape that can use a tremendous amount of water is the lawn. -
The spread of non-native invasive forest pests pose difficult problems once established in Michigan
Published on June 14, 2016
Forest pests could create serious problems if Michiganders aren’t vigilant. -
Smart gardeners mulch fallen leaves into lawn to save money
Published on January 24, 2013
Mulching fall leaves into lawn can help you reduce fertilizer and weed control. -
Springtime animal damage in your landscape
Published on April 14, 2016
Recognize who is causing damage to your yard and landscape during spring and how to prevent it. -
Cicada killer wasps are no cause for concern
Published on July 13, 2012
Despite their large size and fierce appearance, it is easy to get along with cicada killers. -
Is your lawn being destroyed?
Published on August 23, 2012
Reports have come from home owners in Northwest Michigan who are seeing their lawns being destroyed. Grubs could be the root of the problem.