The Old Farmer's Almanac Companion Newsletter

April brings the primrose sweet,
Scatters daisies at our feet.

–Sara Coleridge (1802–52)

Friday, April 19, 2019
109th day of the year
Summer begins in 63 days

Ashley Judd (actress) was born on this day in 1968.
Norris McWhirter (co-founder of the Guinness Book of Records, final arbiter on everything from the fastest climb of Mount Everest to the world's longest hot dog) died on this day in 2004.

Question of the Day
What is the origin of the term jack-of-all-trades? Answer

5 Steps to a Great Yard Cleanup

5 Ways to Spring Clean Your Yard and Garden
Spring has arrived! It’s time to take a look at the state of your yard. We’ll boil it down to 5 steps so you’re in great shape for the season!

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How to Fix Age Spots (Liver Spots) and Uneven Skin Tones

According to a recent European study, dark spots and uneven skin tones can make others think you’re up to 20 years older! Find out the root cause of these spots and the incredible at-home method to help reduce them.

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Full Moon Today

Gardening by the Moon
Gardening by the Moon is a great way to plan your garden. Many of our readers follow the age-old practice of planting by the Moon’s phase for a healthier, more productive garden.

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2019 MOON WALL CALENDAR

Want to enjoy the beautiful Moon year-round? Check out our 2019 Moon Wall Calendar that is loaded with amazing lunar lore, facts, and photos!

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Making Orchid Babies

Orchid Babies! Potting an Orchid Keiki
One of my orchids had babies! Yes, many orchids grow little baby plants or”keiki.” You can remove these plantlets and pot it up to grow more orchids. Here’s how it’s done.

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Vern Ader’s Weed Spinner

Remove weeds and their roots in one quick spin! The action is fast and the result is very satisfying! What’s more, there’s no kneeling, bending, or getting your hands dirty.

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Passover Meaning and Foods

When Is the Start of Passover 2019?
Passover 2019 begins at sundown on Friday, April 19. See more information on Passover dates, meaning, and traditional recipes, including charoset and beef brisket.

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Chala Cell Phone Cross Body Purses

Fun and functional! Choose from different characters including a bee, butterfly, owl, songbird, rooster, cardinal and dragonfly. Perfect size for carrying most cell phones, cash, ID, and a few credit cards. Very nicely made and features adjustable straps.

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Updated! Easter Recipe Ideas

Best Easter Recipe Ideas
We’ve taste-tested more Easter recipes! All on one page, browse our best Easter dinner recipe ideas—Easter hams and lambs, deviled egg appetizers, seasonal sides (from asparagus salad to carrot puff), colorful soups, Easter breads and hot cross buns, and delicious Easter desserts (from carrot cake to lovely lemon pie). You’ll also find egg-cellent Easter brunch ideas!

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The Old Farmer's Almanac All-Natural Insect Repellent

This DEET-free, extra-strength bug spray will effectively repel ticks, fleas, mosquitoes, blackflies, yellow flies, chiggers, and other pesky, biting bugs!

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$9.97