3-season flowers, fishing, microclimates
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May 05, 2017
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The glittering leaves of the rhododendrons
Balance and vibrate in the cool air;
While in the sky above them
White clouds chase each other. 
–John Gould Fletcher  (1886–1950)

 

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Create a 3-Season Flower Garden

Flower Garden Designs: Three-Season Flower Bed

 

Imagine a gorgeous flower garden drenched with color from early spring to the first frost of autumn.

 

Vegetable Kingdom Kitchen Canister Set

Practical has never looked so pretty. Fill our graduated canisters with flour, sugar, tea, cookies, doggie treats, or whatever you like to keep handy. Then put them on display on a countertop or open shelf. They are made of powder-coated carbon steel and have snug-fitting lids and chrome-plated handles.

 

$49.99

Growing Rhododendron

Rhododendrons

 

Rhododendrons and azaleas, both from the genus Rhododendron, have long been mainstays of late spring because of their spectacular clusters of showy blooms—plus, large green leaves that often stay green through winter.

 

Cricket Garden Sculpture | Save 30%

Over a foot long and made of cast iron!

 

$34.95

What is a Microclimate?

Working With Microclimates in the Garden

 

In your garden, you may have a microclimate—a small area that has a different climate than your broader growing zone. How do you work with a microclimate?

 

The Old Farmer’s Almanac Gardening Notebook

NEW! Chronicle your garden day by day, plus facts, tips, and garden lore! Beautiful, inspiring, and filled with colorful illustrations, gardening tips and knowledge, The Old Farmer’s Almanac Gardening Notebook will become a personal gardening bible. FREE 2017 GARDEN GUIDE with every order while supplies last.

 

$14.95

When is the Sun Strongest?

A Better Way to Visualize the Seasons

 

We’ve grown up with four seasons. But they don’t always match what we experience. What about dividing our season by the strength of the Sun?

 

Vintage Cast Iron Bird

Made using traditional sand-casting techniques! Display inside or outside.  

 

$14.49

Best Days to Fish

Best Fishing Days 2017

 

When are the best fishing times? See our best fishing days on the Almanac’s 2017 fishing calendar, below.

 

Bees Please Water Pitcher

Use this small pitcher as a flower vase or accent decoration.

 

$12.95

 

 

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