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Backyard Fruit
MSU extension provides an educational opportunity for you to gain knowledge and experience incorporating various types of fruit into your diet.
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To safeguard Michigan’s water resources, check before choosing fertilizers
Published on July 24, 2012
Following these four simple steps will help you determine what kind of fertilizer you need for your lawn and garden – if any – and how much. -
At-home soil-test kit makes lawn and garden maintenance simple and effective
Published on April 30, 2012
Michigan State University (MSU) Extension home lawn and garden soil test mailer and soil test website give home gardeners the tools they need to grow healthy plants, protect the environment and save money. -
Find a variety of plants and produce at Michigan farmers markets
Published on May 24, 2012
May and June bring Michigan-grown early season items and plants to many farmers markets. -
Phytotoxicity: When an application appears to do more harm than good
Published on May 23, 2013
Growers and gardeners can prevent phytotoxicity with these precautions. -
What is evapotranspiration and why it matters
Published on July 25, 2012
Under drought conditions, plants may not be able to extract water fast enough to keep up with evapotranspiration. -
MSU Enviro-weather station network growing
Published on July 12, 2016
Two new Enviro-weather stations have been added in Oceana County in 2016. -
Assessing frost and freeze damage to flowers and buds of fruit trees
Published on May 14, 2013
How to assess the impact of a freeze on early fruit development. -
What is the difference between a frost and a freeze?
Published on April 21, 2015
The dew point and wind conditions impact how likely a freeze will be damaging. Cold, cloudy windy conditions can limit damage. -
Bird management options for fruit growers
Published on June 30, 2016
Bird damage may be more intense in dry years as birds turn to fruit to meet their nutrition and hydration needs. Fruit growers can employ one or more bird deterrent strategies. -
How cold is too cold for Michigan fruit crops?
Published on January 21, 2014
Extremely cold temperatures in January have the potential to damage Michigan fruit crops during winter dormancy. Peaches, blueberries and wine grapes are the most cold tender. -
Think twice before using 2,4-D in grape-growing areas
Published on April 28, 2015
Grape vines are very sensitive to 2,4-D, therefore MDARD has restrictions on the use of 2,4-D for several counties in southwest Michigan. -
MSU Extension’s Lawn and Garden Hotline continues to assist callers
Published on October 15, 2019
Available now Monday thru Friday from 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. EST, statewide responder teams answer calls. -
Free Smart Gardening Series offered online
Published on June 4, 2020
Join us for online sessions on beekeeping, wildlife damage management, pollinator-friendly landscaping, vegetable garden insects, the Upper Peninsula hotline responder team and garden resources, and tips for using your fruits and vegetables. -
Smart gardening featured at Escabana Kiwanis Home and Garden Show
Published on March 20, 2019
Cover crops, composting, invasive species and square-foot gardening are key themes at this year’s Smart Gardening booth at the Escanaba Kiwanis Home and Garden Show April 5-7, 2019. -
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. -
Biological control of brown marmorated stink bug in Michigan
Published on July 24, 2019
As a pest that feeds on a wide variety of fruits and vegetables, pest management of brown marmorated stink bugs likely means biological control.
