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Sweet potatoes, why Pluto's not a planet, German potato salad

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What can better please,
When your mind is well at ease,
Than a walk among the green fields in May?

–William Allingham (1824–89)

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Sweet Potatoes
Just a few sweet potato plants can produce a generous harvest of this nutritious, sweet-tasting root vegetable. More commonly grown in the South because they require warm weather, northern regions can have success with select varieties. Here’s how to plant, care for, and harvest sweet…
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Why Is Pluto Not a Planet?
When Pluto was “demoted” from a planet to a dwarf planet back in 2006, it was a sore subject for many. Then, in 2015, a spaceship gave us our first-ever close-up of Pluto and everything we knew changed! Read more about why Pluto is no longer a planet, how it got its name, and learn some cool Pluto…
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Slim & Healthy After 60: All It Takes is 1 Small Change

Former Idol star was suffering from digestive discomfort, fatigue, and more serious health issues. That has all changed…He lost weight, feels great, and it was all without some crazy diet or strenuous exercise program. Watch how he did it here >>

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Small-Space Gardening: 5 Tips for Growing More
Grow more in less space with interplanting, succession planting, and other techniques. Robin has five simple gardening tips for ensuring a bountiful harvest, even if you only have a small space to work with! 
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Keep the weeds out!

You can protect and nourish your garden with The Old Farmer’s Almanac Weed Barrier. It’s designed to keep the weeds out while feeding your plants during the growing season. Not to mention, the paper is biodegradable so you don’t have to worry about digging it up!

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5 Natural Treatments for Healthy Hair
To care for your hair, forget those so-called miracle salon products. Here are 10 common-sense hair care tips plus five “old-fashioned” treatments for healthy hair, proven through generations. Many ingredients are right in your pantry!
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From Seeds to Blossoms

The Flower Gardener’s Handbook profiles 32 varieties of flowering plants that are the most popular and common throughout the United States and Canada. Each profile covers planting, care, harvest, and recommended varieties. It’s the perfect companion for a gardener of any skill level!

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German-Style Potato Salad
A true German Potato Salad recipe combines hot potatoes, vinegar, and hot bacon fat. If you’re seeking a delicious warm and savory potato salad without mayonnaise, this will hit the spot!
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