PLEASE NOTE: In the autumn of 1995, we hatched the idea for a free, local gardening publication. The following spring, we published the first issue of Michigan Gardener magazine. Advertisers, readers, and distribution sites embraced our vision. Thus began an exciting journey of helping our local gardening community grow and prosper.
After 27 years, nearly 200 issues published, and millions of copies printed, we have decided it is time to end the publication of our Print Magazine and E-Newsletter.

We will continue to update our Website with articles and enter current gardening events in our website Event Calendar. All the best wishes for 2024 and beyond.

Jeff Ball: 1939-2011

November 18, 2011 • Leave a Comment

Jeff BallOn Friday, November 11, 2011, Jeff Ball passed away peacefully at home in central Michigan. He battled prostate cancer for 7 years and was with hospice care since September. Jeff was a full-time garden communicator for over 30 years. He wrote 9 books, a weekly yardening column for the Detroit News Homestyle section, and columns on tools and vegetables in Michigan Gardener. He also produced garden videos, a CD-ROM, and a garden planner software package. For 8 years he was the gardening expert on the NBC Today Show in New York City.

It was a pleasure working with and knowing Jeff. He provided practical advice and keen insights to gardeners and homeowners alike. Filled with warmth and wit, his clear writing was a joy to read. He will be missed.

– Eric & Jonathon Hofley

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