Tick remedies, aloe vera, new foods

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Daily Newsletter for Friday, May 19, 2017

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In May, when sea-winds pierced our solitudes,
I found the fresh Rhodora in the woods,
Spreading its leafless blooms in a damp nook,
To please the desert and the sluggish brook.
–Ralph Waldo Emerson (1803–82)
Friday, May 19, 2017
 139th day of the year


Jodi Picoult (author) was born on this day in 1966.
Walter Lord (author) died on this day in 2002.
 

old farmers almanac garden guide
 
Dividing Dahlias

 Unpacking and Dividing Stored Dahlias
I finally got a chance to look at the dahlia tubers we saved from last year and was pleasantly surprised to see that they survived the winter. Time to unpack, divide, pot up, and re-plant dahlia tubers for summer blooms! I realize that my gardening zone (5b) is later than most. Wherever you live, remember that dahlia tubers absolutely will not stand cold soil!
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Extra-Handy Lazy Susan
Spins effortlessly, won’t tip, and holds a lot! Handcrafted in America by a 150-year-old basket company. Constructed with tough Appalachian white ash and brass nails. 
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$47.97
 
Growing Cukes

 Cucumbers
An easy-care vegetable that loves sun and water, cucumbers grow quickly as long as they receive consistent watering and warmth. Most varieties will grow in any amount of space, thanks to the plant’s ability to climb. Of course, these prolific veggies are perfect for pickling!
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The Old Farmer’s Almanac Gardening Notebook
A gardener’s most useful tool is knowledge from past seasons. Don’t rely on sticky notes or memory! You’ll love our beautiful Gardening Notebook with its waterproof cover—easy to bring to the garden. Keep records so you know when pests arrive and when to put preventative controls in place to avoid damage. Also, track what blossoms when, first and last frost dates, what was planted where, what worked, favorite varieties, what you want to move, and other notes. 
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$12.95
 
Aloe Vera Care

 Aloe Vera
The aloe vera plant is an easy, attractive succulent that makes for a great indoor companion. Aloe vera plants are useful, too, as the juice from their leaves can be used to relieve pain from scrapes and burns when applied topically. Here’s how to grow and care for aloe vera plants in your home!
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The Old Farmer's Almanac for Kids
Buy the Almanac for Kids, Volume 7, and GET VOLUMES 6 AND 5 FOR FREE! 
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$9.95
 
What's New in Food?

 Food Trends of 2017
At the end of each year or early into the new year, famous chefs, food critics, food writers, restaurant and supermarket associations, and others predict food trends for th
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Vermont Weather Station
Measures temperature and humidity with an easy-to-read scale. Available in both brass and copper. A handsome and practical addition to your kitchen window.
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$39.97
 
Tick Remedies and Removal

 Tick Bites | Lyme Disease | Treatment
If you spend time outside or have pets that go outdoors, it’s important to be aware of tick bites—their symptoms, prevention, and treatment. Some ticks transmit Lyme Disease, so we’ll also help you understand types of tickets and disease symptoms.
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Easy and Safe Tick Remover Tool (3-Pack)
The best tick remover is the one that is easy to carry and always with you! This safe tick removal tool attaches to key chains, leashes, and backpacks. Made in the USA from high-strength aluminum that won’t break or bend. 
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$16.95