May's garden tips by region, May best days, 60-day forecast posted!

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Daily Newsletter for Friday, May 1, 2020

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Hebe's here, May is here!
The air is fresh and sunny;
And the miser-bees are busy
Hoarding golden honey!
–Thomas Bailey Aldrich (1836–1907)

May 1, 2020:  May Day

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The Month of May 2021: Holidays, Fun Facts, Folklore
The Month of May 2021: Holidays, Fun Facts, Folklore
Celebrate the gorgeous month of May! The Sun is warming, the birds are chirping, the flowers are blooming, and the garden is growing. Find out what fun days May has to offer—from holidays to history to gardening advice.
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Best Days Timetable
Best Days Timetable
With our 2021 Best Days timetable, find out when to plant vegetables, start a diet to lose weight, cut hair to increase growth, quit smoking, and more!
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Dr. Steven Gundry Reveals How To Defeat The War In Your Stomach.  Learn More >>
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Long-Range Weather Forecasts
Long-Range Weather Forecasts
Get your 2021 long-range weather predictions for the next 60 days from The Old Farmer’s Almanac—covering the United States and Canada. Our extended forecasts can be used to make more informed decisions about future plans that depend on the weather, from vacations to weddings.
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Meteor Shower Calendar 2021: When Is the Next Meteor Shower?
Meteor Shower Calendar 2021: When Is the Next Meteor Shower?
Get ready for summer’s shooting stars! When’s the next meteor shower? Our Meteor Shower Calendar for 2021 has the dates, best time to view, number per hour, point of origin, and associated comet—plus, viewing tips!
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Gardening Tips & Tasks
Gardening Tips & Tasks
What to do in the garden this month? Check our regional to-do list just for you!  For all 12 months of the year, we’ve put together suggestions and gardening tips specifically for your region of the country.
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