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Horticulture

Asian Jumping Worms

August 21, 2020 //  by Kathy Kienle

Jan Keys, our Horticulture Chairman, warned us to be aware of Asian Jumping Worms that could be in our gardens. They are lighter in color than familiar earthworms, have a band that goes around their body and they are very, almost hyperactive compared to regular earthworms. Unfortunately, they are incredibly invasive and destructive. They will …

Category: Announcements, Horticulture, Michigan Gardening, Notices

Spring Blooming Shrubs

March 18, 2020 //  by Kathy Kienle

Excerpt from GardenGate.com by Garden Gate Staff Shrubs add color and structure to any bed or border — especially in spring. And they’re a great choice if you don’t have a lot of room in your yard but still want the height and architectural interest a tree provides. Even though many spring-blooming shrubs put on …

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Flower Show Postponed!

March 16, 2020 //  by Kathy Kienle

Due to COVID-19, the Flower Show has bee n postponed to 2021. More details when they are available.

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Invasive Plants – Japanese Knotweed

August 8, 2017 //  by KGC Admin

Japanese Knotweed Fallopia japonica,  an invasive species is prevalent in Kalamazoo County.  It spreads easily and seems to be incredibly indestructable.  The City of Kalamazoo hired Hannah Hudson last summer as the tall grass and weeds inspector. She has a background in natural resources, but had never heard of Japanese knotweed. She quickly learned its …

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Invasive Plant – Swallow-wort

May 4, 2017 //  by KGC Admin

Black and Pale Swallow-worts Cynanchum louiseae ( Vincetoxicum nigrum) and Cynanchum rossicum ( Vincetoxicum rossicum) Plant Threatens Michigan Monarchs Swallow-wort can be confused with Milkweed by Monarch butterflies because their seed pods are similar.  This Michigan decorative garden plant, brought to the United States during the 19th century, has affected how Monarchs develop.  For more …

Category: Environment, Horticulture, Invasive Plants, Michigan Gardening

Beneficial Insects – Braconid Wasp

September 16, 2016 //  by KGC Admin

Braconid Wasp Tomato hornworm covered with white cocoons of Braconid Wasp Photo Taken by Amy Nelson at Crispe House, Plainwell, MI. While gardening at Crispe House this week we came across a Tomato Hornworm in the vegetable garden near the back of the house next to the drive way. I found the Tomato Hornworm pictured to …

Category: Beneficial Insects, Environment, Horticulture, Michigan Gardening

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