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Fantastic ferns, growing paperwhites, the Language of Flowers

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In what year did Charles Dickens write A Christmas Carol?
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Puzzle of the Day
Why is it that a man cannot own a cane that is too short?
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The dearest to a mountaineer
Who, all life long has loved the snow
That crowned her native summits drear,
Better, than greenest plains below.
And voiceless, soulless, messenger,
Thy presence waked a thrilling tone
That comforts me while thou art here
And will sustain when thou art gone.

–Emily Brontë (1818–48), "To a Wreath of Snow"

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Fantastic Ferns for Your Indoor Garden
Ferns are among the oldest living plants on Earth, having appeared over 350 million years ago, long before the dinosaurs. Despite their ancient age, they make gorgeous houseplants, adding elegance, rich green hues, and interesting texture to any indoor environment. Discover a few ferns for your…
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This year’s gift box includes select publications from The Old Farmer’s Almanac, Gardening Wall Calendar, access to exclusive online content, and a handy maple bookmark! Order now because quantities are limited!

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Night Sky Map for December 2022: Rotation of the Stars
Ever noticed how the stars move? The entire sky appears to rotate around the North Star above us. (Of course, we’re actually the ones moving!) You should be able to observe this movement by looking up at the constellations. We’ll show you how, along with a sky map of the mid-December…
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Need some great gifts for gardeners?

Give the gardener in your life the Vegetable Gardener’s Handbook or Flower Gardener’s Handbook! Each one was designed for gardeners of all skill levels. They’re filled to the brim with gardening wisdom, covering sowing, growing, and harvesting. 

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Flower Meanings: The Language of Flowers
Know the language of flowers! Which flowers represent love, hope, healing, loss, and good luck? See the Almanac’s complete list of Flower Meanings. Whether you are picking out flowers for a holiday gift, a wedding bouquet, or even a garden, reference the language of flowers…
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Left out in the cold? No problem.

These Alpaca Fleece SuperWarm Extreme Socks have been to the Arctic Circle, Antarctica, the Alaskan Iditarod, and other COLD places, which require the extreme warmth they provide. Order yours today!

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How to Grow Paperwhites
Paperwhite narcissus, with their clusters of fragrant, small, white flowers, have to be the easiest bulb to force into bloom. In fact, there is really no forcing necessary—just plant, and they'll be blooming in three to four weeks! Here's how to do it.
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Get ready to entertain this holiday season!

Our Joy to The World Accent Tray is just the right size for hors d’oeuvres, cheese, or sweets! You can add some extra holiday cheer to your gatherings this year or give one as a gift.

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Soft Molasses Cookies
Our old-fashioned Soft Molasses Cookies are super soft (not crispy) and packed with the rich flavors of molasses, ginger, and cinnamon. This particular recipe is based on an old Shaker cookie recipe from the 1920s and has been enjoyed by generations of bakers and cookie lovers!
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