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Amazing Hummingbird Facts
Did you know a hummingbird's heart beats 500 times a minute? Or that it can fly backwards? Learn more about these tiny birds.

Easy Ways to Compost
Don't throw it away! Compost it! It's better for the environment and for your gardens.

Tornado Survival Tips
First appearing in the 2005 Farmers' Almanac What to do before and during

Recycle Your Christmas Tree
The holidays are here, and so is one of the best times of the year for watching your waste.

Spring is Here! Time to Plan your Flower Garden.
Easy to follow stpes for beginners. Flowers add color, beauty, and cheer to yards and landscapes everywhere. Here are some good tips on how to get started.

New Year's Folklore
Why should you kiss the one you love at midnight? Did you know that opening all doors and windows at midnight lets the old year escape? Read on for more New Year's lore.

Healthy Hints for Better Hair
Learn when's the best day to cut your hair. Did you know there is a certain time in the month that's better for cutting your hair? Find out why and what days are best this month.

Ewww... What's that Smell?
Before you point the finger at a skunk or start looking around for dirty socks, consider that the source of a bad odor might just be . . . a flower. Some plants are known for their bold, beautiful blooms. Others are known for their sweet, luscious fruit. There are a few plants, however, that are famous for something less romantic: A foul, offensive odor. Here are a few putrid plants to ponder.

Natural Ways to Keep Bugs Away!
Summer is such a wonderful time, but those mosquitoes can really be a pain. Learn how to naturally keep them away.

How to Start a Flower Garden
Add Beauty to Your Life by Growing Flowers- An Easy-to-Follow Plan for Starting a Flower Garden.

Weather Chatter

Ice Storms
December 11, 2007 1:25 PM

Blog

Winter Wild Bird Care
February 22, 2006 8:36 AM

Hummingbird Nectar & Feeder Tips
July 10, 2006 9:15 AM

Hanging Basket Plant Care Tips
August 2, 2006 8:05 AM

Butterfly Garden
July 19, 2006 7:56 AM

Keeping Mosquitoes at Bay
July 14, 2006 11:56 AM