More hurricanes expected, herb lore, houseplant tips
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August 25, 2017
WEATHER ASTRONOMY GARDENING CALENDAR FOOD ADVICE STORE

 

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His labor is a chant,
His idleness a tune;
Oh, for a bee's experience
Of clovers and of noon!  
–Emily Dickinson (1830–86)

 

 

Rain Falls, Power Fails, Cummins Works

Hurricane Forecast Raised

Extremely Active 2017 Hurricane Season Predicted

 

The 2017 hurricane forecast just got updated—and NOAA predicts “an extremely active storm season,” which could be the most active since 2010. See the forecast and how you are affected—and start preparing BEFORE you experience power outages.

 

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Potato Blight

5 Ways to Control Potato Blight

 

Potato blight first shows itself as brownish-black spots on leaves, but before long the potato foliage can completely collapse and the potatoes themselves will rot.

 

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Growing Coriander and Cilantro

Coriander and Cilantro

 

Coriander/cilantro is a fast-growing, aromatic, annual herb that grows best in the cooler weather of spring and fall. Here’s how to grow coriander and cilantro in your garden.

 

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Great Houseplant Tips

Houseplant Growing Tips

 

Houseplants can add color and beauty to your home! Here are a few key growing tips for houseplants. 

 

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Herb Folkore

Herbal Folklore and Old-Fashioned Tips

 

We all know that herbs make great companions in the garden and kitchen. Herbs also have a long history as a natural remedy—and many other more unusual uses, too! Read on…

 

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