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Daily Newsletter for Friday, August 25, 2017

Hurricane Forecast Raised Extremely Active 2017 Hurricane Season Predicted The 2017 hurricane season is expected to be very active. Here’s how to prepare for hurricane weather BEFORE you experience power outages.   READ MORE

SPONSORED Remember when the power went out… …and you wished you had a generator? Not everyone knows how much power they use, and even fewer are aware of their emergency power needs. We found this easy-to-use calculator to help you get an idea of what you’ll need.   LEARN MORE

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.   WATCH VIDEO

The 2018 Old Farmer's Almanac - Collector's Edition Our exclusive best offer! This hardcover Collector’s Edition Almanac includes a free 2018 Gardening Wall Calendar and replicas of Almanacs from 100 and 200 years ago. (A $15.99 value!)   LEARN MORE   $15.95

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

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

The 2018 Old Farmer's Almanac Weather Watcher's Calendar Features amazing photography, weather proverbs, historical weather events, and trivia!    LEARN MORE   $9.99

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…   READ MORE

The Old Farmer’s Almanac Weather Notebook Keeps avid weather watchers engaged and entertained day after day for up to 4 years!    LEARN MORE   $14.95