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Daily Newsletter for Friday, April 26, 2019

All About Arbor Day Arbor Day 2020: History, Facts, and Date Arbor Day 2020 falls on Friday, April 24. Dedicate a tree to someone who is special to you, and check out these facts about Arbor Day and the man who founded it.   READ MORE

How to Plant a Tree How to Plant a Tree Here are tips on how to plant a bare-root tree—from digging the hole to watering the tree properly once it’s planted.   READ MORE

Almanac Retro Advertising Thermometer Vintage design! Made of metal in the USA. Mercury-free, too.    LEARN MORE   $23.97

Planting Fruit Trees Planting Fruit Trees Watch how to properly plant fruit trees: apples, pears, plums, and more! Our video will show you when and how to plant bare-rooted trees successfully.    WATCH VIDEO

Farmers' Market Cotton Tote Bag SAVE 30%! This sturdy cotton canvas bag features The Old Farmer’s Almanac 1792 logo on one side and the message “Support Your Local Farmers” on the other. Made in the USA.    LEARN MORE   $8.99

When to Prune Trees When to Prune Trees and Shrubs When trees and shrubs become overgrown, it’s time to break out the pruning shears. With this guide, learn when to prune trees and shrubs to get the most out of your plants, and why pruning is such an important part of garden maintenance.   READ MORE

Get Vern Ader's Weed Spinner Dandelions don’t stand a chance! All you need is your own drill and weeds and their roots are gone in one quick spin! The action is fun, fast, and satisfying! What’s more, there’s no kneeling, bending, or getting your hands dirty. Expect your neighbors to get curious and want to try the Weed Spinner, too. This back-saving drill bit was invented by retired school teacher Vern Ader and we thank him.    LEARN MORE   $15.99

How to Espalier How to Espalier: Fruit Trees in Small Spaces Whether your garden is formal or informal, the addition of an espalier, trained flat against a building wall or fence, is sure to be an eye-catcher. This is especially efficient for fruit trees in small garden spaces.   READ MORE

The Almanac Weather Rock 100% accurate weather predictor! If the rock is wet, it’s raining. If it’s dry and still, just wait a minute—it’s a mistake and will change soon.   LEARN MORE   $21.95