Aloe vera care, 10 tips on preserving, watering wisely

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Daily Newsletter for Wednesday, June 26, 2019

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Warm in December, cold in June, you say?
I don't suppose the water's changed at all. 
You and I know enough to know it's warm 
Compared with cold, and cold compared with warm. 
But all the fun's in how you say a thing.
–Robert Frost (1874–1963)
Wednesday, June 26, 2019
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Aloe Vera Care

 Aloe Vera
The aloe vera plant is an easy, attractive succulent that makes for a great indoor companion. Aloe vera plants are useful, too, as the juice from their leaves can be used to relieve pain from scrapes and burns when applied topically. Here’s how to grow and care for aloe vera plants in your home!
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Watering Wisely

 Watering Wisely in the Garden
To perform its very best, your garden needs to be watered properly, especially in the heat of summer. Get the hang of watering plants with these tips!
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10 Quick Tips on Preserving

 10 Quick Tips to Preserve Vegetables, Herbs, and Fruit
What to do with the bounty from your garden? Freeze it, pickle it, dry it, store it!  Here are 10 quick fixes to enjoy healthy, nutritious vegetables and fruit all winter long!
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Beekeeping: Harvesting Honey!

 Beekeeping 101: Harvesting Honey
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