Early spring lawn care, Mercury retrograde, forcing forsythia

[View Web Version]( [WEATHER]( [ASTRONOMY]( [GARDENING]( [CALENDAR]( [FOOD]( [ADVICE]( [STORE]( [robin] Poor robin redbreast, Look where he comes; Let him in to feel your fire, And toss him of your crumbs. –Christina G. Rossetti (1830–94) [Monday, February 17, 2020]( 48th day of the year [Spring begins in 31 days]( Michael Jordan (basketball player) was born on this day in 1963. Lee Strasberg (actor and director) died on this day in 1982. Question of the Day Why did old-time fire trucks have dogs (usually dalmatians) on board? Were the dogs just mascots, or did they serve some purpose? [Answer]( [The Old Farmer's Almanac Garden Planner]( [Common Lawn Problems: Nutsedge, Crabgrass, Dandelions, & More (image)]( Early Spring Lawn Care [Common Lawn Problems: Nutsedge, Crabgrass, Dandelions, & More]( When the blossom on forsythia is swelling, it’s time to think about lawn care. A basic spring weed treatment is the very minimum. Addressing weeds before they emerge is the key to a good lawn season. Here the 10 most common lawn care problems—focusing first on yellow nutsedge and crabgrass since both need early attention. [READ MORE]( SPONSORED [How To: Get Rid Of Deep Fat From Your Belly]( Millions of Americans suffer from deep fat. Researchers have now found out the reason why. It turns out there is a master switch that controls when the cells turn into energy and when they turn into fat. Learn how to flip the master switch right now. [LEARN MORE]( [How to Force Forsythia Flowers in 5 Steps (image)]( Forcing Forsythia [How to Force Forsythia Flowers in 5 Steps]( Do you have forsythia? Forcing branches into bloom inside can give you an early taste of spring while you are still in the midst of winter. Here are my photos showing you how to force forsythia in five steps. You can also force redbud, dogwood, magnolia, crabapple, pussy willow, and many other flowering branches. [READ MORE]( [Crossbody Purses for Cell Phones by Chala]( Perfect size for carrying most cell phones, cash, ID, and a few credit cards. Very nicely made and features adjustable straps. [LEARN MORE]( $32.99 [Mercury Retrograde Dates for 2020 (image)]( Mercury Retrograde Begins [Mercury Retrograde Dates for 2020]( Mercury’s retrograde motion will start again on February 17, 2020! According to the age-old practice of astrology, we are all influenced by the effect of Mercury in retrograde. [READ MORE]( [Playing Cards]( Card decks featuring butterflies, baby animals, or the birds of North America! [LEARN MORE]( $9.97-$24.95 [Strawberry Crepes (image)]( Strawberry Crepes [Strawberry Crepes]( Delight someone with these easy Strawberry Crepes. Cut the strawberries into heart shapes for extra points! [READ MORE]( [Kitchen Clocks]( Bold and colorful floral designs! [LEARN MORE]( $31.97 [Mid-Winter Stress Relief (image)]( Winter Stress Relief Tips [Mid-Winter Stress Relief]( Light deprivation, snow and ice storms, dangerous driving conditions, power outages, frozen pipes, overindulgence, weight gain: Winter delivers extra stresses, especially to those in cold regions. However, hare are some “stress-busters” to lessen its negative effects on our health and well-being. [READ MORE]( [Feed Sack-Style Couch Pillows]( Couch pillows that look like vintage feed sacks. Choose from many different designs. Perfect for a country-themed or farmhouse home. [LEARN MORE]( $21.95-$44.95 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 newsletter in the future, please [click here to unsubscribe](. *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](. © 2020 Yankee Publishing Inc. All rights reserved.