Nothing signals the changing of the seasons like the sight of blossom in the garden. After the dark and cold months of winter ...

A garden is more than just a pretty backdrop or a source of homegrown produce -- it's a living system, and the plants you choose can play a powerful role in supporting its health and biodiversity.

Uncrowned is a new destination for all things MMA, boxing, wrestling, and more, featuring Ariel Helwani. Last spring (2023) was tough on apples in some places. Up on top of the ridges, well above ...

As winter fades and the first signs of spring emerge, it’s time to give trees the care they need to thrive. Trees, like all living things, require attention and maintenance, especially as they ...

If you’re considering adding an apple tree to your home landscape this spring, it’s important to choose an appropriate variety. “The particular variety you plant will affect how many apples you ...

Fireblight is the number one downfall of pears, says Biltonen. "There are several fireblight-resistant varieties that exist, like Harrowsweet, Potomac, Shenandoah, and Harrowcrisp," he says. Apple ...

While many pollinator gardens are focused on smaller flowering plants, fruit trees are also great for attracting birds, bees, ...

Deciding when to plant a fruit tree depends on several factors. The ideal planting time for bare-root trees is different from the planting time for container-grown trees. The type of fruit tree, as ...

In an effort to promote conservation, stabilize soil, provide wildlife habitat and filter water, conservation districts across the state including Gratiot, Isabella, Clare and Mecosta are taking ...

Last spring (2023) was tough on apples in some places. Up on top of the ridges, well above 2,000 feet in elevation, things were fine. Up there trees were covered with fruit. But drop down in the ...