Northern Michigan Native Plants
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When selecting plants for your yard and garden, why not go native?Consider using plants that naturally grow in your region and are best suited for the soil and light conditions […]
Fertilizing Tips for Shoreline Properties
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What does fertilizer have to do with our lakes and streams?Nutrients are elements or compounds essential for life. In lakes, algae and rooted aquatic plants, which form the basis of […]
Bioswale
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Bioswales are linear, shallow, vegetated channels that convey stormwater from one point to another. Oftentimes, they are used to guide runoff from its entry point on the property (downspouts, uphill […]