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Cold and cough remedies, using less potting mix, growing microgreens

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Question of the Day
What exactly do B.C. and A.D. stand for, and was there a year 0?
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Puzzle of the Day
State nicknames: What state is the Keystone State? Beehive State? Wolverine State? Nutmeg State? Sooner State?
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Winter has changed his mind and fixt to come. 
Now two or three snow-feathers at a time 
Drop heavily, as if in doubt if they should drop 
Or wait for others to support their fall. 

–Walter Savage Landor (1775–1864), English poet

 
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Ways to Use Less Potting Mix to Fill Pots and Raised Beds
Have you noticed the price of potting mix these days? Filling up containers isn’t cheap, and it can cost a small fortune to fill raised beds. Slash your biggest garden expense! See five ways to make your potting mix go much, much further and fill beds for a fraction of the price. 
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3 Toxic Foods For Dogs: The One Meat You Should Never Feed your Dog

Are you harming your dog by feeding them the wrong food? There are 3 dangerous ingredients that no dog should ever eat, and if you are giving them to your dog then you might be slowly harming it.

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5 Home Remedies for Winter Colds and Coughs
Got a runny or stuffy nose? Scratchy throat? Suspect you may be coming down with that bug that’s going around? Here are 5 tried-and-true home remedies to stave off a winter cold or cough. And does chicken soup really work? Let’s take action!
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The 2023 Old Farmer’s Almanac Planner will keep you on track! Each week gets a two-page spread with plenty of space for detailing daily appointments, events, thoughts, observations, birthdays, anniversaries, weekly reminders, and inspirations. Order your 2023 planner today!

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How to Grow Microgreens, from Planting to Harvest
Learn how to grow your own microgreens inside! Microgreens are a lot of fun—and they pack flavor, good looks, and exceptionally high nutrients into any dish. They only take a few weeks from seed to harvest! Forget those high-end restaurants; the good news is that microgreens…
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We’ve got a calendar for any interest or fascination, from lunar photography to everyday gardening tips. The choice is yours! You can decorate your wall or desk with the newest Almanac calendars today. 

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Snowshoeing: How to Get Started
Snowshoes have come a long way since their invention some 7,000 years ago. Back then, it’s safe to guess, snowshoeing was not considered a leisurely winter sport! Today, it’s one of our favorite winter pastimes. Here’s how to get started!
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Our Garden Planner now has live chat support!

We’re excited to announce new features for The Old Farmer’s Almanac Garden Planner! You can now select a sample garden plan to get you started. Plus, we’re offering LIVE chat support with gardening experts. Try it for free today!

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Crunchy Hamburger Casserole
This ground beef casserole classic made with noodles, vegetables, and cheese is one of these easy, get-on-the-table dinners that’s great for potlucks, too.
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