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Daily Newsletter for Thursday, May 3, 2018

Protecting Garden From Birds How to Keep Birds Away From Your Garden Birds are a welcome addition to the garden, but if the crows are devouring your corn and the jays are eating your berries, here are a few ways to keep birds away from your garden.   READ MORE

SPONSORED Fill Your Garden with Love Catching the light “just so,” this shimmering heart creates everlasting beauty by twirling in even the gentlest of breezes.   LEARN MORE

Ants On Peonies Ants on Peonies The peonies in my backyard always have ants crawling on the flower buds. Many people think ants are a pest on peonies. There’s also a endearing myth that ants “tickle the buds” or “lick the sugar” to help them open. Learn more about ants on peony flowers.   READ MORE

Hummingbird Crossing Metal Sign Hang inside or outside!   LEARN MORE   $26.95

Birth Flower for May May Birth Flowers The sweet flowers of May embody the hopes and dreams of those who give them.     READ MORE

Almanac Hummingbird Thermometer Retro design resembles a vintage advertising thermometer. Made in the USA.   LEARN MORE   $23.97

Red Radish Soup Red Radish Soup Unpeeled red radishes are cooked and then puréed to create a creamy soup with a delicate pink blush.   READ MORE

Hostess Napkins Stunning prints in bright colors on soft, triple-ply paper! Folded size: 4.4 inches x 7.9 inches.   LEARN MORE   $5.99

Ticks Are Emerging Tick Bites | Lyme Disease | Treatment If you spend time outside or have pets that go outdoors, it’s important to be aware of tick bites—their symptoms, prevention, and treatment. Some ticks transmit Lyme Disease, so we’ll also help you understand types of tickets and disease symptoms.   READ MORE

The Gift of Gardening The Gift of Gardening is a lovely illustrated book filled with inspirational quotes and interesting facts harvested from The Old Farmer’s Almanac. It is perfect for the garden enthusiast.   LEARN MORE   $8.95