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Record-breaking cold, dianthus flowers, storing produce

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Summer declines and roses have grown rare,
But cottage crofts are gay with hollyhocks,
And in old garden walks you breathe an air
Fragrant of pinks and August-smelling stocks.

–John Todhunter (1839–1916)

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2023 Almanac Club
 
Record-breaking cold
Today’s winter puzzle piece reveals some bitterly cold winter weather expected in north central regions. How cold? See regional forecasts as we reveal more of the 2022–2023 winter predictions this week.
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When Passing Gas is a Serious Health Issue

Dr. Steven Gundry Reveals How To Defeat The War In Your Stomach.  Learn More >>

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Dianthus Flowers: A Rock Garden Favorite
Also called pinks, these pretty cottage garden classics are long-blooming, prolific, and fragrant through the summer season. Discover six different types of dianthus for the home gardener—from creeping rock garden ground covers to towering flowering plants.
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Storing Fruit and Vegetables With or Without Refrigerator?
Where do you store apples? How about tomatoes? While there may be differing opinions, the decision on whether to store fruit and vegetables with or without a refrigerator simply comes down to temperature and humidity. Here is a list of where to store your produce so that it…
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Flower Gardener's Handbook by The Old Farmer's Almanac

We love to share our passion for plants and gardening at The Old Farmer’s Almanac, so we created the Flower Gardener’s Handbook. The book contains in-depth profiles of 32 popular flowers, solutions for preparing pots and plots, plant maintenance, and so much more. 

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How to Use Trap Crops to Deter Pests
One way to protect your plants from insect attacks is by using a trap crop. What are trap crops? Learn about how trap crops work, examples of trap crops (such as nasturtium, marigolds, and dill), and which beetles and other insect pests they control.
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Fettuccine With Mushrooms and Clove Pinks
This tasty dish adds color and spice with edible flowers!
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