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The holly's up, the house is all bright.
The tree is ready, the candles alight.
–Carl August Peter Cornelius (1824–74), German composer
| | Christmas Cactus
The Christmas cactus is a long-lasting holiday plant (move over poinsettias!) which flowers in winter with colorful, tubular flowers in pink or lilac colors. Learn how to care for a Christmas cactus—how much to water this succulent, how to get a Christmas cactus to bloom, and… | | Stores easy, protects you from the sun, and on sale!
This lightweight straw hat offers 50 SPF protection from the sun with its 4-inch circular brim and colorful headband. The hat is water-resistant and folds/rolls up for easy travel storage without losing its shape. SAVE $5 while supplies last! | | Plants of the Winter Solstice
Many trees and plants were traditionally important to the celebration of the winter solstice (on December 21). Think evergreens, yew, oak, mistletoe, holly, rosemary, pine, and ivy. Learn more about their symbolic meanings. | | Shipping Now: Almanac Gift Boxes!
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! | | Homemade Gifts From the Kitchen
Put your hands and handiwork into your gifts. Here are 15 homemade gifts from the kitchen—including easy biscotti, candy cane bark, chocolate truffles—plus, flavored gins and vinegars! | | Who doesn't like getting socks for Christmas?
These Alpaca Fleece OutdoorAdventure Socks are great for winter sports, hiking, hunting, fishing, camping, and cold nights by the fire. Keep your friends and family warm and toasty this winter by giving them as a gift! | | Growing Berries in Containers for Faster Harvests
Want to grow fruit but aren’t sure if you have the space? Grow in containers! Learn how to grow three types of berries that you can get into pots before winter’s chill really sets in: raspberries, currants, and blueberries. Nutritious, delicious and packed full of goodness! | | Never-Fail Christmas Fudge
Even if you’ve never made candy before in your life, give this easy fudge recipe a try. True to its name (thanks to the presence of marshmallows), it won’t seize or crumble or make you tear your hair out. | | 
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