Earth Day, wildflowers, spinach-strawberry salad

Daily Newsletter for Thursday, April 19, 2018

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Earth endures; 

          Stars abide— 

          Shine down in the old sea.

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


Tim Curry (actor) was born on this day in 1946.
Norris McWhirter (co-founder of the Guinness Book of Records, final arbiter on everything from the fastest climb of Mount Everest to the world's longest hot dog) died on this day in 2004.
 
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Sunday is Earth Day!

Earth Day 2019
On Earth Day 2019, enjoy the lovely smell 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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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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Official thermometer of The Old Farmer’s Almanac! Made in the USA from metal.
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Which Bushes Attract Birds?

Shrubs and Trees for Birds
To attract birds to your garden or backyard, you need shrubs and plants that provide food and shelter.
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Features intricately detailed roots, leaves, branches, and flowers over a backdrop of swirling wind. The finish is very deep and radiant.  
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Growing Wildflowers

Growing Wildflowers: List of Native Plants
Native wildflowers make themselves at home when they’re happily married to the soil and climatic conditions in which they’ve evolved . When there is a suitable match of plant and growing conditions, it’s easy.
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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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