Resources
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Smart Lakefront Plants
Published on December 20, 2023
What lakefront property owner wouldn’t appreciate the pristine, relaxing environment found right at the water’s edge? -
Hosta Pests and Diseases
Published on August 3, 2022
This Michigan State University Extension bulletin describes the major pests and diseases that afflict hostas. -
Frost-Free Dates
Published on April 25, 2022
When can I plant? Check your area’s frost free date. -
Lead Safety for the Home Gardener
Published on March 18, 2022
Information about lead found in soils, vegetables, water and crops. Learn what is safe and resources available to you. -
Smart Gardening: What makes a pollinator rare or endangered?
Published on March 16, 2020
This tip sheet introduces a few of the rarer pollinators that are poorly known and only referred to by their scientific names. -
Understanding and Managing Invasive Plant Species
Published on February 1, 2018
Smart gardeners can reduce the impacts of invasive plants by following these tips. -
Container gardening in a shaded area tip sheet
Published on May 12, 2017
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Container gardening in a sunny area tip sheet
Published on May 11, 2017
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Smart Gardening to support monarchs
Published on January 6, 2017
Support monarchs with a season-long display of flowering trees, shrubs and perennials in your yard. Include milkweed for the caterpillars. -
Growing milkweeds for monarch butterflies
Published on June 10, 2016
This two-page tip sheet includes colorful pictures of milkweeds and explains how you can support the survival of monarch butterflies by growing milkweeds in your home landscape or garden.
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