Wisteria, follow the Moon, 3 simple soil tests

[View Web Version]( [WEATHER]( [ASTRONOMY]( [GARDENING]( [CALENDAR]( [FOOD]( [ADVICE]( [STORE]( [child watering flower] A flower is looking through the ground, Blinking at the April weather; Now a child has seen the flower: Now they go and play together. –Harold Monroe (1879–1932) [Tuesday, April 9, 2019]( 99th day of the year [Summer begins in 73 days]( Cynthia Nixon (actress) was born on this day in 1966. Harry Babbitt (sang with the Kay Kyser big band on such hits as "The White Cliffs of Dover" and voiced the laugh of Woody Woodpecker) died on this day in 2004. Question of the Day What is the formula for the time it takes for you to hear thunder? [Answer]( [All-Natural Insect Repellent > Learn More]( [Wisteria (image)]( Growing Wisteria [Wisteria]( A high-climbing vine, wisteria blooms vigorously in spring with large, drooping clusters of lilac or bluish-purple flowers. Here’s how to plant, grow, and care for wisteria in your garden! [READ MORE]( SPONSORED [This Is What A Single Diet Soda Drink Does](   If you consume soda or know anyone who does, then this is affecting you directly. These foods may be harming you from the inside, and they could be the reason why you are not losing weight, no matter what you have tried. Watch the video to learn more about how these diet foods may be harming you or your loved ones. [LEARN MORE]( [3 Simple DIY Soil Tests (image)]( 3 Easy and Quick Soil Tests [3 Simple DIY Soil Tests]( Success in the garden starts with the soil. It, as much as—and sometimes more than—moisture and sunlight, determines whether plants thrive or die. Here are a few quick and easy ways to test your soil. [READ MORE]( [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! [LEARN MORE]( $9.97 [Sky Map: April 2019 (image)]( Follow the Moon Tomorrow [Sky Map: April 2019]( In Earth’s Northern Hemisphere, April is the month when the world awakes from its long winter sleep. The weather is warmer, and this encourages sky gazers to spend more time observing the heavens. Let’s follow the Moon during the middle 10 days of April as she crosses the southern sky.  [READ MORE]( [Live Like Someone Left The Gate Open Socks]( Colorfully printed socks with fun sayings!  [LEARN MORE]( $11.97 [Old-Fashioned Raisin-Filled Cookies (image)]( Old-Fashioned Raisin Cookies [Old-Fashioned Raisin-Filled Cookies]( These delicious and not overly sweet cookies are perfect for bringing to a cookie swap, sticking in a lunchbox for a special treat, or enjoying with a cup of tea. [READ MORE]( [The Old Farmer's Almanac All-Natural Ant Repellent]( Repels Black, Red, Fire, Crazy, Sweet, and Carpenter Ants! [LEARN MORE]( $11.97 [The Enduring Wisdom of Benjamin Franklin (image)]( Wisdom From Ben Franklin [The Enduring Wisdom of Benjamin Franklin]( Benjamin Frankin is well known for his proverbs and aphorisms—advice and observations that continue to convey timeless truths. Salute Franklin by pairing a few of his lesser-known adages with anecdotes that demonstrate his enduring wisdom. [READ MORE]( [Local Farmers' Market Tote]( Features long and short handles for convenience. Plus, a two-sided design and small interior pocket. Buy more than one and save! No promo code needed. [LEARN MORE]( $9.97 THE OLD FARMER SELECTED THESE PRODUCTS FOR YOU [Product]( [Product]( [Product]( [Product]( [Product]( [Product]( [Product]( [Product]( [Product]( [Product]( [Product]( [Product]( [Product]( [Product]( [Product]( [Product]( QUICK CLICKS - [7-Day Forecast]( - [2-Month Forecast]( - [Moon Phase Calendar]( - [Best Days—Astrological Timetable]( [WEATHER]( [ASTRONOMY]( [GARDENING]( [CALENDAR]( [FOOD]( [ADVICE]( [STORE]( [facebook]( [twitter]( [pinterest]( [Instagram]( New to this newsletter? It’s free! [Sign up here.]( You are receiving this e-mail message because you subscribed at our Web site: Almanac.com If you do not wish to receive our regular e-mail newsletters in the future, please [click here to manage your preferences or unsubscribe](. You can [change your email address here]( *Please do not reply to this e-mail* [Visit our Web site Help page]( to report corrections or inquire about your online account, products, editorial, and technical issues. For reprinting and reuse, see our [Terms of Use](. © 2019 Yankee Publishing Inc. All rights reserved.