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Autumn asters, elderberry syrup, keeping houseplants happy

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Is there a natural way to lighten my hair without using those smelly hair dyes from the store?
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Often we are covered with wisdom and wit, and oft with a cloth where the dinner guests sit; In beauty around you and over your head, we are countless, though numbered when bound to be read. (What is being described?)

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If Michaelmas brings many acorns, Christmas will cover the fields with snow. 

Michaelmas (September 29) is one of the four Quarter Days that traditionally mark the solstices and equinoxes. Read more about it in this article.

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Asters: Stars of the Fall Garden
Summer fades away, but the asters are just getting started, adding splashes of lavender, purple, and pink to the fall garden. Also known as Michaelmas daisies, asters are a lovely addition to the autumn landscape!
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Fall Planting for Spring Butterflies

Establish these perennials before your first fall frost to see beautiful blooms next year. The butterflies will thank you! Joyful Butterfly has many host and nectar plants on sale for fall planting. Prepare now for the 2023 butterfly season.

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15 Uses for Coffee and Coffee Grounds
September 29 is National Coffee Day! I’ll admit to having a lifelong coffee addiction. Fortunately, used coffee grounds and leftover coffee have so many household uses; why waste those daily grounds? From the garden to the home to your health, discover the many great uses for coffee. Here are…
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How To Remove Dark Spots (Do This)

A common misconception that many people have are that dark skin spots are caused by the sun, when in fact they are actually signs of advanced aging. Dr. Gundry has a special at home method that you can use in her home to help reduce dark spots, age spots, and uneven skin tones. Watch The Video!

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How to Make Elderberry Syrup
Elderberries! The branches of these humble roadside and streambank shrubs, festooned in summer with flat-topped clusters of airy white flowers, now drip with gorgeous, deep-purple clusters of berries. Learn how to turn those berries into elderberry syrup. 
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The heart and home of country!

Order your 2023 Country Calendar today! Featuring wide-open spaces and comforting places, this charming calendar features eye-catching, full-color photographs depicting the joys of country living, including breathtaking landscapes and farm animals!

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Houseplant Care Guide
Keep your houseplants happy and healthy! From knowing how often to water to providing the correct amount of light, here are tips to ensure that your indoor plants not only stay alive, but thrive.
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Enjoy a bountiful harvest of gardening tips, lore, art, and more!

Are you an avid gardener who doesn’t fear getting your hands dirty? The Old Farmer’s Almanac Gardening Club is for you! Join today, and you’ll receive a members-only box full of our best gardening goodies.

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Classic Sour-Cream Coffee Cake
This is the classic coffee cake made with sour cream (substitute with yogurt, if desired) and a sweet, crunchy, cinnamon topping! It’s a family favorite!
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