Gardening by the Moon, when spring begins, bluebirds

Daily Newsletter for Tuesday, March 6, 2018

wind vane

March is a boisterous fellow,
And undeterred by fear,
With many pranks proclaims himself
The tomboy of the year! 

–The 1931 Old Farmer's Almanac
Tuesday, March 6, 2018
65th day of the year


Rob Reiner (actor & director) was born on this day in 1947.
Nancy Reagan (U.S. First Lady) died on this day in 2016.
 
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Start Peas Early!

Peas
Peas are not difficult to grow. Once they come up, they exhibit terrific growth spurts and can make a lovely wall of green through the garden.
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When Does Spring Begin?

First Day of Spring 2019: The Spring Equinox
In 2019, spring equinox (also called the March equinox or vernal equinox) falls on Wednesday, March 20. This event marks the astronomical first day of spring in the Northern Hemisphere. Before you try to balance that egg, read this!
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Wine Bottle Lights

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Attracting Bluebirds

Bird Sounds: Eastern Bluebird
You may know the sweet little bluebird from many popular songs, books, and movies, such as “Somewhere Over The Rainbow” from the Wizard of Oz. Learn more about this good friend to gardeners and listen to the sounds of the Eastern Bluebird.
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Need a Lift, a Laugh?

Counting Chickens, Mistaken Identity, and More Humor
It’s time for another edition of “Humor Me” from The Old Farmer’s Almanac! Consider yourself warned.
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The perfect wind chime for the avid fisherman. Cats like it, too!
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