Carrots grown right, wisteria, solar eclipse
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April 28, 2017
WEATHER ASTRONOMY GARDENING CALENDAR FOOD ADVICE STORE

 

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When April steps aside for May,
Like diamonds all the raindrops glisten,
Fresh violets open every day,
To some new bird each hour we listen.
–Lucy Larcom (1826–93)

 

Looking for simple container ideas?

Total Solar Eclipse: Plan Ahead!

Secrets of the Total Solar Eclipse 2017

 

For the first time in nearly four decades, a total solar eclipse will sweep across the mainland United States!

 

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

Growing Wisteria

Wisteria

 

A high-climbing vine, wisteria blooms vigorously in spring with large, drooping clusters of lilac or bluish purple. 

 

Balsam Fir Pillows

Traditionally given as a sign of friendship, these heavy nicely made pillows are stuffed with fresh fragrant ground balsam fir needles from Maine. The evergreen forest smell will last for years. Many colors, sizes, and designs available. 

 

$11.95-$26.95
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Carrots Grown Right

How to Grow Carrots in the Garden

 

See how to grow crunchy, sweet carrots! Getting carrots just right can be challenging, but when you know how, it’s easy! 

 

Tree of Life—3-D Light-Reflective Wall Art

Each piece is handcrafted with an exclusive 7-step color infusion process. The resulting finish is very deep and radiant. Hang indoors or outdoors. 16-in. diameter.

 

$39.97

Today is Arbor Day

What Is Arbor Day? A Forest of Facts

 

Arbor Day 2017 falls on Friday, April 28. Dedicate a tree to someone who is special to you and check out these facts about Arbor Day and the man who founded it.

 

Old Hancock Tree Leaf Sun Catcher Set

Save 26% over buying these handmade glass sun catchers separately. Plus, sun catchers display better when grouped in odd numbers.

 

$19.95

Do Hummingbirds Hum?

Bird Sounds: Ruby-throated Hummingbird

 

Listen to the bird sounds of the Ruby-throated Hummingbird. What may sound like a bee is the hum of a tiny bird beating its wings about 53 times a second!

 

Almanac Wooden Songbird Thermometers

Choose from 4 different popular songbirds: Cardinal, Blue Jay, Chickadee, or Goldfinch. Made in the USA.

 

$31.95

 

 

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