Dear Members of the Northwest Michigan Gardening Community:   I’ve heard concerns from a number of Master Gardeners about changes at MSU Extension over the past several years, especially about how Master Gardeners are now required to pay an annual fee to renew certification. I’m pleased for space in the Real Dirt to consider this […]

The Work Behind a Beautiful Lawn by Cheryl Gross   Homeowners, young and old in homes newly constructed or standing 100 years, all are engaged in some way with lawn maintenance. A small percentage of homeowners may have managed to create a landscaping without lawn; some may provide little care to the scrub in their […]

Rhubarb and Raspberries…mmmmm by Nancy Denison   My rhubarb plants are quite prolific and the “season” seems to last all summer.  Even with the plethora of rhubarb recipes, my family does get a little tired of eating it.  Here are a few recipes, in case you need them!   Rhubarb Bread —-preheat oven to 350 […]