Amazing astilbe, refreshing switchel, earwigs
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June 15, 2017
WEATHER ASTRONOMY GARDENING CALENDAR FOOD ADVICE STORE

 

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I meant to do my work to-day
But a brown bird sang in the apple-tree, 
And a butterfly flitted across the field,
And all the leaves were calling me.
–Richard Le Gallienne (1866–1947)

 

old farmers almanac garden guide

Amazing Astilbe

Astilbe

 

Astilbe is a perennial with beautiful, showy flowers atop glossy, fern-like foliage. Here’s how to grow and care for astilbes in your garden.

 

The Old Farmer’s Almanac Gardening Notebook

When plants die or pest damage hits—and all you have are yellow sticky notes … It’s not too late to start a garden journal! Keep records so you know when pests arrive—and put preventative controls in place to avoid damage. Also, track what blossoms when, first and last frost dates, what was planted where, what worked, favorite varieties, and other notes. A gardener’s most useful tool is knowledge from past seasons. Don’t rely on sticky notes! You’ll love our beautiful Garden Notebook with its waterproof cover—easy to bring to the garden. See the inside pages…

 

$14.95

Getting Rid of Earwigs

Earwigs

 

Here are tips on how to identify and get rid of earwigs, also known as pincher bugs or dermaptera, in the garden.

 

Solar Copper Tulip Stake

Accent garden beds and illuminate walkways with our new solar-powered garden lights. These metallic painted blooms glimmer during the day and cast an enchanting light through swirl cut-outs and a crackle glass ball at night. Turns on and off automatically. Runs up to 8 hours on a full charge.

 

$39.99

More Cool New Clouds

Phoning in New Clouds: Part 3 – Meet the Newest Clouds

 

As I’ve mentioned before, twelve new cloud types were announced this past year. Some of the most interesting are what we call the “special” and accessory clouds …

 

Handmade Glass Sun Catchers

SAVE 25% when you buy 2 or more sun catchers or glass coins with promo code SUNNY. Large selection of colors, sizes, and nature-themed designs. 

 

$5.99-$12.95

Father's Day Fun!

Father's Day Activities

 

Looking for a fun way to spend your Father’s Day? Fishing, having a barbeque or picnic, and going camping are all dad-worthy activities.

 

Songbird Thermometers

Made in the USA from a slab of wood. Choose from a Cardinal, Blue Jay, Chickadee, or Goldfinch metal topper. Features The Old Farmer’s Almanac name.

 

$29.95

Refreshing Switchel!

Switchel or Haymaker's Punch Recipe

 

Switchel or Haymaker’s Punch is a refreshing drink made from apple cider vinegar. It was how colonial farmers quenched their thirst out in the hot, sunbaked fields—which is enough of an endorsement for me!

 

Rain Chains

Replace your traditional gutter downspouts with attractive rain chains. Instead of traveling inside a closed tube, rainwater follows the decorative chain to the ground. Choose from 4 styles each over 8 feet long. Supplies are limited.

 

$64.99-$77.99

 

 

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