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Spring 2025 Michigan beekeeping schools and conferences

Published on September 17, 2024
Michigan beekeeping associations host several in-person and virtual conferences for beekeepers.
This bug’s stink is worse than its bite

Published on September 13, 2024
Green sting bugs may appear in large numbers, but generally don’t cause significant damage in Michigan gardens and landscapes.
Featured Four: Favorites from Walters Gardens

Published on September 12, 2024
Looking for tried and true performers for the upcoming season? Read Part 7 of our series about favorites from this year’s Michigan Garden Plant Tour trial sites.
Featured Four: Favorites from DGI Propagators Trial Gardens

Published on September 12, 2024
Looking for tried and true performers for the upcoming season? Read Part 1 of our series about favorites from this year’s Michigan Garden Plant Tour trial sites.
Featured Four: Favorites from Mast Young Plants Trial Garden

Published on September 12, 2024
Looking for tried and true performers for the upcoming season? Read Part 4 of our series about favorites from this year’s Michigan Garden Plant Tour trial sites.