MSU Extension Turf

News

• Protect Michigan water resources and grow healthy lawns with "Go Green" tip sheet

  Published on May 3, 2012
  Updated lawn care tip sheet reflects recent changes to the Michigan Fertilizer Law regarding lawn fertilizer and its application.

• When to control winter annuals and perennial broadleaf weeds in turf

  Published on April 27, 2012
  Many weeds are currently flowering in turf and lawns, but not all require control.

• Turf damage from grubs and skunks is coming to an end for this spring

  Published on April 27, 2012
  European chafer and Japanese beetle grub damage is starting to slow down. Those in southern Michigan should wait until July to apply an insecticide, as grubs are done eating.

• A question about milky spore applications and grubs

  Published on April 13, 2012
  Wondering if milky spore applications work well for grub control? Find out here!

• Freeze injury on turf

  Published on April 11, 2012
  Yes, your lawn can freeze. Recent low nighttime temperatures below 30°F have resulted in freeze injury on turf.

• In case you missed it, spring lawn care practices

  Published on April 4, 2012
  Spring came roaring in early March and with it many of our typical lawn care practices happened much earlier than usual. What can you do for your lawn to ensure summer success?

• European chafer grubs are hungry

  Published on March 16, 2012
  Warm, March weather has made European chafer grubs active in lawns, golf course roughs, and low-maintenance turf sites. Watch for dead patches or bare soil over the next two weeks.

• Michigan Fertilizer Act helps protect water quality

  Published on February 3, 2012
  Amendments to the Law prohibit fertilizer use and includes best management practices for water quality.

• USDA releases new hardiness zone map

  Published on January 30, 2012
  New United States Department of Agriculture hardiness map features more up-to-date climate data and interactivity. Here are the strengths and limitations of the latest update since 1990.

• Updated social security basics for farmers

  Published on January 20, 2012
  Legislation passed late last year extended some FICA tax provisions until the end of February.