• Fun facts about pine cones

    Published on December 29, 2017
    Aside from their decorating uses, pinecones play an important role in nature. Like all plant parts, they have a very specific function in the plant world.

  • Oak wilt and other wonders

    Published on November 29, 2017
    Forests are under constant threat from current pests, and more pests are always on the horizon; forest owners and those interested in forests can help reduce negative impacts by learning about forest health issues.

  • Lichens: A partnership in nature that survives in diverse environments

    Published on November 28, 2017
    One partner provides food and the other shelter and protection from UV light and predators. Together, they can exist in climates ranging from polar to tropical and even aquatic environments.

  • All-season trees: River birch

    Published on October 27, 2017
    All-season trees like river birch provide interest to your landscape by changing colors throughout all four seasons.

  • All-season trees: Paperbark maple

    Published on October 17, 2017
    All-season trees like paperbark maple provide interest to your landscape by changing colors throughout all four seasons.

  • All-season trees: Sargent Cherry

    Published on October 11, 2017
    All-season trees like Sargent Cherry provide interest to your landscape by changing colors throughout all four seasons.

  • Carpenter ants nesting in trees and homes

    Published on October 5, 2017
    Carpenter ants in trees and houses are an indicator of a moisture and decay problem. Locating the problem gives you opportunity to act.

  • Introducing Michigan’s fall color lineup

    Published on October 2, 2017
    Knowing which leaves are turning can add to your enjoyment of fall color season.

  • Why are my interior conifer needles turning yellow?

    Published on September 29, 2017
    Needle drop of conifers in the fall can be a natural process, or it can be a symptom of other pest or cultural problems.

  • Resources on hemlock woolly adelgid

    Published on September 26, 2017
    Two videos and three bulletins provide commercial industry and homeowners with new resources on hemlock woolly adelgid.