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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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  Establishing a New Lawn Using Seed (E2910)

  Published on February 18, 2016
  Successful lawn establishment means doing the right thing at the right time.

• MSU Turf Diseases

  Published on July 27, 2012
  MSU Turf Diseases.net is intended to help you learn the key identification characteristics of common and not-so-common turfgrass diseases found in Michigan and the Midwest.

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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.

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  To bag or not to bag?

  Published on October 31, 2018
  If you start early, you can avoid all the work and time of raking, bagging and hauling leaves from your lawn.

• Does a dormant lawn need to be treated for grubs?

  Published on July 12, 2012
  Home lawns are the most susceptible to grub damage under dry conditions. If you have seen turf damage caused by grubs in the last two years, plan on applying an insecticide for grubs before August 1.

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  Helping your turf during dry and hot weather

  Published on July 7, 2020
  Throughout much of Michigan, lawns are under stress from high temperatures and lack of rainfall.

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  Don’t sweep your leaves to the curb! Mulch them back into your lawn or garden

  Published on November 7, 2016
  Mulching leaves back into your lawn will provide a natural source of nutrients that will improve the growth of your lawn.

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  Grub damage to lawns is being reported now in drought-stricken parts of Michigan

  Published on November 3, 2015
  White grub damage is being reported now because drought conditions in some areas have weakened and thinned turf root systems, making lawns much more susceptible to grub-feeding injury. Insecticide treatments may or may not be effective at this time.

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  Controlling broadleaf weeds in the lawn is best done in October

  Published on October 6, 2016
  Fall is the ideal time for controlling broadleaf weeds such as ground ivy, dandelion and white clover.

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  Timing crabgrass preemergence applications in an early spring

  Published on March 13, 2020
  When is the correct time to apply crabgrass preemergence herbicides in an early spring?

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  Is your water garden having a RIPPLE effect on Michigan's waterways?

  Published on May 14, 2021
  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.

• 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.

• Impacts of summer weather on landscape plants

  Published on July 22, 2011
  The hot and dry summer weeks can severely stress our trees, shrubs and lawns, but homeowners can easily protect.

• Help shade trees recover from July 2012 drought

  Published on September 7, 2012
  Drought-stressed trees may be more susceptible to borers. Protect them by watering during dry periods and using a systemic insecticide treatment.

• 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.

• Late summer tips for gardeners

  Published on August 16, 2011
  Late summer offers a host of rewarding gardening work that produces both beauty and bounty.

• Tips for seeding your lawn during summer

  Published on July 11, 2013
  Summer conditions make it difficult to establish new grass in lawns. Here are some tips if you can’t wait for fall.

• Watch for European crane fly damage in Grand Rapids, Mich., and Detroit area

  Published on May 2, 2013
  Watch for European crane fly damage to lawns and golf courses in May. To be better prepared, here are pictures of European crane fly larvae, adults and turf damage.

• Growing a healthy lawn without insecticides

  Published on February 6, 2013
  Homeowners may think that dealing with pesky grubs is inevitable in the quest for a beautiful lawn. But there is a solution.

• Who’s that digging in my yard: Skunks, raccoons or moles?

  Published on February 13, 2013
  Gain a better idea of which critter is digging up your yard or garden by the damage they cause.