MSU Extension Gardening in Michigan

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  Soil testing through MSU Extension

  Published on March 11, 2025
  MSU Extension home lawn and garden and commercial soil tests provide access to personalized fertilizer recommendations for thousands of Michigan residents every year.

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  Testing for contaminants in soil, water and plants

  Published on March 11, 2025
  Sometimes, what you don’t know can hurt you.

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  Timing crabgrass preemergence applications in spring

  Published on March 7, 2025
  When is the correct time to apply crabgrass preemergence herbicides in the spring?

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  Learn Backyard Fruit Basics with Michigan State University Extension’s online course

  Published on February 12, 2025
  Introductory fruit growing concepts for small and tree fruits offered through self-paced course.

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  Now is the time to learn to grow your own vegetables

  Published on February 6, 2025
  MSU Extension offers a self-paced online Smart Gardening with Vegetables 101 course for individuals or groups.

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  MSU Extension Master Gardeners highlighted for volunteer efforts across the Upper Peninsula

  Published on February 6, 2025
  Over $71,000 in economic contributions provided through community gardening education.

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  Meet an MSU Extension Master Gardener volunteer who trained in 1980

  Published on January 2, 2025
  Margot McCormack of Wayne County joined the program in one of its original training classes.

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  Consider nature when designing your garden

  Published on October 18, 2024
  Canadian Garden Study Tour brings nature’s design to foreground.

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  Who’s that digging in my yard: Skunks, raccoons or moles?

  Published on October 18, 2024
  Gain a better idea of which critter is digging up your yard or garden by the damage they cause.

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  Canadian Garden Study Tour connects people, places and plants

  Published on October 9, 2024
  MSU Extension Master Gardeners and friends bring back knowledge and experiences to share with others.