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A child said What is the grass? fetching it to me with full hands;
How could I answer the child? I do not know what it is any more than he.
I guess it must be the flag of my disposition, out of hopeful green stuff woven.
–Walt Whitman (1819–92)

Saturday, June 27, 2020
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Question of the Day
I purchased elephant's ear bulbs at a garden center, but no one there could tell me how deep to plant them or in what type of soil. Can you help? – Answer

Puzzle of the Day
What goes up the hill, down the hill, and yet stands still? – Answer

Caring for Petunias

Petunias
Often grown as annuals, petunias are one of the most popular flowers because of their long flowering period. As with most annuals, they get leggy by midsummer, so you’ll want to prune the shoots back to about half their length. See how to plant and take care of your petunias to keep them blooming.

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Reasons to Use Row Covers
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Stay Out of the Hot Kitchen!

10 Best No-Cook Recipes
Don’t feel like cooking after a hot or hectic day? Check out these no-cook recipes. From cool soups to protein-rich salads to sandwich suppers, none of these recipes will have you heating up the oven (or yourself).

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