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Plants of the Winter Solstice

The winter solstice falls on December 21, marking the official start of winter. It is the shortest...
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Preparing Your Garden for Winter

See our list of fall chores to prepare your garden for winter—and ensure a beautiful and vibrant...
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Winter Landscaping

You might not think about landscaping in winter, but your yard can be just as beautiful in the...
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Preparing Your Garden for Winter

It’s sometimes difficult to motivate yourself to garden when the growing season is over, but there...
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Houseplant Care Guide

Houseplants can add color, beauty, and character to your home! Here are a few key tips for keeping...
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When Is The Darkest Time of the Year

Did you know that early December is when the darkest days of the year occur? It’s a major winter...
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Snowy Owls Are Returning!

The snowy owl is coming! This giant rare owl—which breeds in the Arctic tundra—was last seen in the...
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Frozen Pipes: How to Keep Pipes from Freezing

Frozen pipes are one of the most distressing problems a homeowner can encounter. Here’s how to...
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Grow Fresh Salads Indoors All Winter

Enjoy free, tender salad greens indoors in recycled plastic containers under a couple of...
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How to Overwinter Your Plants and Garden

Learn how to properly overwinter your garden plants to keep them protected from snow, wind, and...
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2018 Winter Weather Forecast

Will this winter be wicked or wonderful? Read the Old Farmer’s Almanac’s 2018 Winter Weather...
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Winter Outlook 2017–2018: Colder Than Last Year

Overall, the long range winter forecast for 2017–2018 shows generally colder temperatures than last...
Signs of a Cold Winter 2017

Signs of a Cold Winter 2017

For winter 2017, the Almanac has predicted colder-than-normal temperatures for most of the United...
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The Coldest Day of the Year?

It’s December—time for the longest night of the year. With so little warming sunlight, it will be...
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Winter Weather Forecast 2016-2017

Here’s the famous 2016–1017 winter weather forecast for the U.S. and Canadian regions from The 2017...
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How to Save Money on Heating

Everyone wants to save on their electric bill, so find out how to cut heating costs and keep your...
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Holiday Plant Care: Poinsettia, Christmas Cactus, and Amaryllis

Holiday plants such as poinsettias, amaryllises, and Christmas cacti are traditional gifts that can...
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Hot + Cold = Blizzard

What happens when all this warm November air meets a cold front? The potential for fierce storms...
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Staying Warm in Winter

Need a smile on a cold winter’s day? Here’s Janice Stillman, editor of The Old Farmer’s Almanac,...
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A Journey Through the Seasons: In Celebration of our 225th Anniversary!

Celebrate the seasons with this beautiful collection of seasonal photos shared by Almanac readers—...
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2017 U.S. Weather Forecast—Janice Stillman

What’s in store for winter 2016–2017? Editor Janice Stillman gives some highlights. Order your copy...
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Winter Sowing Vegetables

Ever tried sowed seeds outside in the hard winter ground? My friend, Jackie Caserta told me about...
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Yes, There Will Be a Winter!

It’s now February, 2016. With the strongest El Niño on record taking control of our weather,...
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Overwintering Rosemary: Growing Rosemary Indoors

Find out how to overwinter rosemary and grow rosemary indoors to keep this wonderful herb growing...
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Household Uses for Winter Snow and Ice

It’s winter! In central New Hampshire where I live, snow from the first big storm of the season is...
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Winter Garden Tips

Just because it’s winter, you don’t have to give up on your garden. The Old Farmer’s Almanac All-...