News

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.
Golf courses may be experiencing fungicide resistance

Published on September 8, 2016
A shorter interval of control is an indicator of fungicide resistance.
Turfgrass pests: Sod webworms, bluegrass billbugs and grubs on the horizon

Published on August 17, 2016
Insect damage from sod webworms, bluegrass billbugs or grubs may be the reason some parts of your lawn didn’t green-up after recent rains.
State pesticide applicators certification exam now available online

Published on June 29, 2016
MDARD has partnered with the Metro Institute to offer computer-based testing for state pesticide certification exams.
Controlling mossy stonecrop in lawns

Published on June 9, 2016
Mossy stonecrop, commonly called Sedum, can be a difficult weed to remove from lawns.
Five tips to manage lawns for water quality

Published on May 26, 2016
Lawn area makes up a large part of the land surface in communities. Proper maintenance and management of these areas can protect water quality.
New growing degree-day maps on Enviro-weather

Published on May 24, 2016
Interpreting the newly revised growing degree-day maps on MSU Enviro-weather.
Seedheads, hawkweed and slime mold in lawns

Published on May 19, 2016
Now is when seedheads push through turfgrass, orange and yellow hawkweed flowers and slime mold covers turf blades.
Will grass grow in my shady lawn?

Published on April 28, 2016
Grasses need eight or more hours of full sunlight a day. If you’re struggling to grow grass even after water and fertilizing, a shady lawn may be the problem.
Lawn tips to save you money

Published on April 8, 2016
Five tips for maintaining a lawn while doing less and hopefully saving some cash.