| Buds are bursting in the hedges,
Leaves are stirring in the lane,
Everywhere the sap is stirring,
Love returns to life again.
–John Dennis (1657–1734) |
Tuesday, April 17, 2018
107th day of the year
Summer begins in 65 days
Jennifer Garner (actress) was born on this day in 1972.
Doris Roberts (actress) died on this day in 2016.
Question of the Day
I recall some time ago reading about a formula whereby you could tell the temperature by counting the chirps of a cricket. Can you tell me what that formula is? Answer
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The Best Pollinators?
Native Bees: The Best Pollinators for Your Garden
The super-pollinators of the garden are … native bees! While honeybees have their place, it’s our native solitary bees—such as mason bees and leafcutter bees—which are vital to our flowers and food. See how to bring these docile bees to your garden—plus, enter our April gardening giveaway with over $1,000 in gardening prizes! |
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| SPONSORED When you’re tired of the flowers in your containers dying
Don’t despair! Meet a simple solution: the Flower Carpet rose. Plunk this beauty into a container-and it will last for years! See 10 colorful photos illustrating how Flower Carpet works in containers. Never get container-envy again! |
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Growing Wisteria
Wisteria
A high-climbing vine, wisteria blooms vigorously in spring with large, drooping clusters of lilac or bluish-purple flowers. Here’s how to plant, grow, and care for wisteria in your garden! |
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Wine Bottle Lights
Create a little warm ambient lighting from an empty wine bottle! Choose a bottle from a special celebration or your favorite winery or because of its interesting shape and color. Buy 3 or more and get 25% off! No coupon needed. |
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Your Next Full Moon?
Next Full Moon
When is the next full Moon? See our Full Moon Calendar for 2018 for the U.S. and Canada. |
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Love You a Bushel and a Peck Coffee Mugs
Large, double-sided, dishwasher-safe mugs. Choose from different fun designs! Handles work equally well for both left- and right-handed people. Each mug includes a generously-sized hole that allows coffee to pour out when the mug is tilted. |
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Chocolate Waffles Recipe
Chocolate Waffles
Waffles are a treat any day of the week, but chocolate waffles are really something special. |
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The Old Farmer’s Almanac 2018 Gardener’s Special
The Special Way to a Great Garden! SAVE 20% over buying separately (over $6 off!). Also, get a FREE Gardening Calendar if you order today ($9.99 value). NEW Garden Guide NEW The Gift of Gardening Gardening Notebook |
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Leek Soup to Lose Weight
Leek Soup to Help You Lose Weight
Soup can be an excellent food for dieters, as eating a soup course like leek soup before your evening meal can help you to lose weight. |
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Screaming Eagle Garden Stake
Features a bright and bold patriotic eagle that was made in the USA. Powder-coated metal for durability and rust resistance. |
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