Earth Day, wildflowers, spinach-strawberry salad

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Daily Newsletter for Thursday, April 19, 2018

earth

Earth endures; 

          Stars abide— 

          Shine down in the old sea.

–Ralph Waldo Emerson (1803–1882)
Thursday, April 19, 2018
 109th day of the year


 
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Sunday is Earth Day!

 Earth Day 2020
Earth Day 2020 will be celebrated on Wednesday, April 22! This year, we celebrate the 50th anniversary of this day. On Earth Day, enjoy the lovely scent of fresh air, clean up some litter, plant a tree, or simply enjoy companionship with nature! Walk through the woods in search of emerging wildflowers and green moss. Go outside, no matter the weather!
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Tips for Growing Carrots

 How to Grow Carrots in the Garden
See how to grow crunchy, sweet carrots! Getting carrots just right can be challenging, but when you know how, it’s easy! 
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Which Bushes Attract Birds?

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To attract birds to your garden or backyard, you need shrubs and plants that provide food and shelter.
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Growing Wildflowers

 Growing Wildflowers | Selecting Wildflowers
Interested in growing wildflowers? Spring or fall are great times to plant a new wildflower meadow or renovate an old patch! Here’s how to select wildflowers for your yard and garden.
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Spinach-Strawberry Salad

 Spinach-Strawberry Salad

Not your usual spinach salad, but a winning combination of strawberries and spinach tossed with a crunchy sweet-sour poppy-seed dressing.
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