Great weed control techniques!, fried chicken winner, impatiens

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Daily Newsletter for Tuesday, May 28, 2019

daisies

Buttercups have honeyed hearts, 
Bees they love the clover, 
But I love the daisies' dance 
All the meadow over. 
–Marjorie Pickthall (1883–1922)
Tuesday, May 28, 2019
 148th day of the year


Kylie Minogue (singer) was born on this day in 1968.
Maya Angelou (poet) died on this day in 2014.
 
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Great Weed Control Techniques

 Weed Control Techniques
While it’s tempting to call any unwanted plant a “weed,” there are really only a select few weeds that become invasive and problematic. And while some folks turn to dangerous chemicals, many weeds are actually resistant to herbicides and respond better to different methods of control. With these weed control techniques in your gardening arsenal, weeds won’t stand a chance!
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Caring for Impatiens

 Impatiens
Impatiens is a beautiful annual that makes an excellent houseplant or summer bedding and container plant. Here’s how to grow impatiens in your garden!
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Dragonfly Wooden Night Lights
These highly intricate and detailed night lights were carved with a laser. The craftsmanship is outstanding. Each shade consists of 4 pieces of wood held together with interlocking finger joints. The best part is that the shade hides the bulb, even when viewed from the side. Made in the USA.
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$16.95
 
Fried Chicken Winner

 Fried Chicken Recipe | First Prize 1998

We taste-tested a lot of fried chicken—and this recipe won first prize in our annual Almanac recipe contest! It’s delicious, crispy, and moist.
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Candlestick Set of 5
This set of 5 candlesticks is made from real textile mill wooden bobbins. Most are between 50 and 100 years old! Add this charming display to your mantel or as part of your dining room tablescape today.
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$39.95
 
How to Make "Fire Cider"

 How to Make Fire Cider
Fire cider is a traditional tonic made with herbs stewed in apple cider vinegar.  It’s been used for generations as a remedy to ward off sickness and promote health. See how to make fire cider!
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Train Toothfairy Box
Makes a great gift for a young family. Made in Vermont from 100% lead-free pewter.
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$29.97
 
Where You Get Honey Bees

 Beekeeping 101: Where to Get Honey Bees
You can’t be a beekeeper without any bees! Here’s how and where to obtain a colony of honey bees for your apiary.
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Try the Weed Spinner!
All you need is a 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. 
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$15.99