Growing corn, shade veggies, asparagus tart

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Daily Newsletter for Wednesday, April 25, 2018

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Come down the mountains, April! with young eyes,
And roguish daisy-children trooping after,
Draw from the sullen clay red peonies,
Bring back the sun as a stripling full of laughter!

–Mary Webb (1881–1927)
Wednesday, April 25, 2018
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Corn
Planting Corn

Corn
Sweet corn is an annual crop with yellow, white, or bi-colored ears. A long, frost-free growing season is necessary. Here’s how to plant, grow, and harvest corn in your garden.
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Pigs At Play Indoor/Outdoor Metal Sign

Proudly made on Bainbridge Island, Washington!
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$26.95
Pigs At Play Indoor/Outdoor Metal Sign
 
Spring-Cleaning the Garden | Which Plants Survived?
Garden Cleanup

Spring-Cleaning the Garden | Which Plants Survived?
What are you doing in the garden this time of year? I’m weeding asparagus beds, dealing with voles, caring for peonies, and seeing which plants survived the winter!
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Retro Advertising Thermometer

Official thermometer of The Old Farmer’s Almanac! Made in the USA from metal.
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$23.97
Retro Advertising Thermometer
 
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Vegetables for Shade

Vegetables That Grow Well in Shade
A shady yard shouldn’t keep anyone, especially beginners, from growing vegetables! Most crops need lots of sun, however, there are both vegetables and fruit that grow well in the shade. In this short article (with video demo), we’ll help you make the most of the light that is available to get the...
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Local Farmers' Market Tote

Features long and short handles for convenience. Plus, a two-sided design and small interior pocket.
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$6.97 (You Save $5.00)
Local Farmers' Market Tote
 
Asparagus Tart
New Asparagus Tart

Asparagus Tart

With just a few simple ingredients, this easy Asparagus Tart can make an impressive contribution to any brunch, lunch, or dinner table.
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Farm To Fork Table Runner

Made of cotton for easy care!
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$23.97
Farm To Fork Table Runner
 
Having a Cow, Meeting of the Board, and More Humor
Be Amused

Having a Cow, Meeting of the Board, and More Humor
It’s time for another edition of “Humor Me” from The Old Farmer’s Almanac! Read at your own risk!
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Farm Sweet Farm Jumbo Coffee Mugs

Large, double-sided, dishwasher-safe mugs. Each mug includes a generously-sized hole that allows coffee to pour out when the mug is tilted.
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$12.95
Farm Sweet Farm Jumbo Coffee Mugs