March 6, 2021
The 65th day of 2021
Today's Companion
astronomy
March 6, 2021
Spring is Aurora Season!
Spring is aurora season! The Aurora borealis aka the Northern Lights appear as green curtains of light dancing across the night sky. What exactly are the Northern Lights and how are they formed? Why are they more visible at the equinoxes? Where can you best see nature’s light show? Find out!
How...
gardening
March 6, 2021
Planting Potatoes
Our Potato Growing Guide covers planting, growing, and harvesting one of our favorite vegetables! Also, see tips on how to store potatoes to keep them fresh—and some homemade potato recipes.
Potatoes can be planted very early in the gardening season—as you soon as the frost is out...
gardening
March 6, 2021
Veggies Bred for Small Spaces
Kitchen gardens—grown for eating and cooking—are often grown in smaller spaces and containers. So, keep an eye out for plants bred for small spaces! Here is a short list, including cherry tomatoes, Little Gem lettuce, peppers, eggplant, and more.
Many dwarf-sized plants bear...
gardening
March 6, 2021
10 Varieties of Blue Tomatoes!
Tomatoes aren’t just round and red. They’re also blue! Not only are blue tomatoes delicious but also the blue skin means that they have the added benefit of naturally-powerful antioxidants. Discover 10 delicious varieties of blue tomatoes.
With 10,000 to 15,000 known varieties of tomatoes...
Long Range Weather Forecast
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Current Weather Conditions
Short Range Forecast
Question of the Day
Question of the Day
Weather Folklore of the Day
Weather Folklore
Word of the Day
Word of the Day
Advice of the Day
Advice of the Day
So many mists in March you see, So many frosts in May will be.
Puzzle of the Day
Puzzle of the Day
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