MSU Extension Turf

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• Lawns and other turf recovering from stressful July

  Published on August 12, 2011
  The record-breaking heat has taken a toll on many turf areas, causing crabgrass and weeds. Here are some tips in helping your turf recover and prepare for fall.

• Michigan’s July weather was warmest since 1955

  Published on August 9, 2011
  Hot temperatures created the warmest July since 1955 and the sixth warmest since 1895. The forecast projects cooler temperatures this week.

• Rainfall “feast or famine”

  Published on August 1, 2011
  Recent rainfall patterns across Michigan have been highly variable, leading to flooding in some areas while others remain unfavorably dry. Outlooks suggest more weather changes may be just around the corner.

• Delay pruning of oaks to prevent oak wilt

  Published on July 29, 2011
  Avoid potential risk of infection by waiting until November to prune oaks.

• Bagworms extend their reach northward

  Published on July 29, 2011
  Although considered to be a southern pest, bagworms can cause serious defoliation injury to Michigan trees.

• Two more spruce problems that are not herbicide related

  Published on July 29, 2011
  Cooley spruce adelgid and spruce needle rust result in browning of current year’s growth on spruce and may be mistaken for Imprelis damage.

• Spruce tree disease symptoms are associated with fungal pathogens and are progressing through time

  Published on July 29, 2011
  What’s causing the stress that’s allowing the pathogens Phomopsis and Diplodia to attack and kill branches on spruce trees in Michigan?

• Unfounded fear of cicada killers

  Published on July 29, 2011
  Although large and fearsome in appearance, cicada killers are pretty much mild mannered and need not be killed.

• Spruce tree problem shows symptoms of both needlecast and branch death

  Published on July 22, 2011
  Although needlecast and branch death will have to be treated in the spring, take this time to learn more about managing these issues and be prepared for what to do next spring.

• The heat is on

  Published on July 21, 2011
  With temperatures in the high 90s and the heat index well above 100°F, many are wondering how long this heatwave will last.