Cilantro and Coriander, Hurricane season, German pancakes

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Daily Newsletter for Wednesday, June 6, 2018

oxen in field

The earliest breath of June
Blows the white tassels from the cherry boughs,
And in the deepest shadow of noon
The mild-eyed oxen browse.
–Elizabeth Akers Allen (1832–1911)
Wednesday, June 6, 2018
157th day of the year


Paul Giamatti (actor) was born on this day in 1967.
Esther Williams (swimmer & actress) died on this day in 2013.
 
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Hurricane Season Begins!

2019 Hurricane Season Forecast
Hurricane season officially began on June 1, 2019. Here’s this year’s hurricane forecast, with the expected number of storms and predicted probability of storms making landfall. Also, find your common questions and answers about Earth’s most violent storms!
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Coriander and Cilantro

Coriander and Cilantro
Cilantro is a fast-growing, aromatic, annual herb that grows best in the cooler weather of spring and fall. Here’s how to grow cilantro (and coriander) in your garden.
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Growing Peppers

Bell Peppers
Peppers are a tender, warm-season crop. Here’s how to grow them in your garden! 
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Red Mercury Lantern

Also available in BLUE and CHAMPAGNE!
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June, the Month of Marriage

The June Bride | June Wedding Ideas
“For they say when you marry in June, you’re a bride all your life.”  Historically, June was the month of marriage. We’ll explain why—plus, share some June wedding ideas!
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Wild Berry Blossom Umbrella

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German Pancake Recipe

German Pancakes

Treat yourself to some delightful German Pancakes for breakfast, lunch, or brunch.
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