Milkweed natural remedies, lovely lilacs, 6 easy smoothie recipes

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Daily Newsletter for Thursday, May 28, 2020

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The glittering leaves of the rhododendrons
Balance and vibrate in the cool air;
While in the sky above them
White clouds chase each other.
–John Gould Fletcher (1886–1950)
Thursday, May 28, 2020
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Digital Garden Guide
 
Common Milkweed: Uses and Natural Remedies
Milkweed Natural Remedies

Common Milkweed: Uses and Natural Remedies
Common milkweed has a long history as a natural remedy—and has many other uses, too! Plus, milkweed is the food of our beautiful monarch butterflies. Learn about this surprisingly useful native plant.
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Lilacs
Lovely Lilacs!

Lilacs
Who doesn’t love lilacs? The ideal lilac shrub has about 10 canes and produces flowers at eye-level—all the better to enjoy that sweet, haunting fragrance. Learn how to take care of lilacs as well as prune at the right time.
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Shrubs and Trees for Birds
Bird-Friendly Shrubs

Shrubs and Trees for Birds
To attract birds to your garden or backyard, you need shrubs and plants that provide food and shelter.
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How Many Plants Feed a Family?

Growing Enough Food to Feed a Family
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Healthy Fruit Smoothie Recipes
New Fruit Smooothies!

Healthy Fruit Smoothie Recipes
Smoothies are a great, healthy way to start your day or a simple snack. You can use fresh or frozen fruits. Those fruits that are just a little too ripe to enjoy are perfect to chop up and freeze so that they don’t go to waste. If you want to add some protein to your diet, you can add a protein...
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