The Old Farmer's Almanac Companion Newsletter

Daffodils,
That come before the swallow dares, and take
The winds of March with beauty.
–William Shakepeare (1564–1616)

Wednesday, March 28, 2018
87th day of the year
Summer begins in 85 days

Julia Stiles (actress) was born on this day in 1981.
James Noble (actor) died on this day in 2016.

Question of the Day
What are fiddlehead ferns exactly? Answer

What the heck is a Garden Hod?
It was designed to harvest and wash vegetables and fruit easily, but it has hundreds of other uses, too!

Beautiful Easter Lilies

Lilies
Lily flowers are valued for their large, very showy, and often fragrant flowers. The six plain or strikingly marked tepals (“petals”) are often trumpet-shaped, sitting atop tall, erect stems.

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Silver Mercury Lantern

Standing almost 7 inches tall, these NEW battery-powered lanterns feature 10 lights with a 6-hour timer. The best part is that if you order 2 or more, you’ll automatically get $2 off per lantern.

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$11.95

Houseplant Care

Houseplant Care Guide
Houseplants can add color, beauty, and character to your home! Here are a few key tips for keeping houseplants happy and healthy in your home.

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The Almanac Garden Hod

Harvest and wash fruit and vegetables easily. Plus, enjoy hundreds of other uses! Each hod has the Almanac Sun logo burned into one side with a fire-heated branding iron.

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$49.95 (save $10)

Why Bunnies for Easter?

Why Baby Animals Are Easter Symbols
Why are baby animals associated with Easter? And where did the Easter bunny come from? Enjoy our seasonal weather post—and, of course, adorable pictures of baby animals!

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Multicolored Wine Bottle Lights

We couldn’t wait to show you these! Our new white Wine Bottle Lights have been a huge hit. Turn any wine bottle into a snazzy decoration or a keepsake from a meaningful celebration.

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$12.95

Our Best Easter Recipes

Our Best Easter Recipes: Dinner, Dessert, and Brunch Ideas!
Discover our best Easter dinner recipes—from ham to lamb—as well as Easter breads, deviled egg appetizers, seasonal sides (from asparagus tart to carrot puff), and Easter cakes (from carrot cake to lovely lemon). You’ll also find delicious Easter brunch ideas!

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Farmers' Market List Notepads

Perfect for recording grocery needs or tasks. Each pad features a positive message and a magnet for hanging up in a handy spot.

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$3.99

Old-Fashioned Jokes

Prepare to Be Amused
We dare you to smile—without rolling your eyes—at these jokes from The Old Farmer’s Almanac. Prepare to be amused … .

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Wooden Chickadee Thermometers

SAVE $7 (over 20% off) while supplies last! Made in the USA from a single slab of wood with a metal songbird topper.

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$24.95