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How to Winterize a Sprinkler System
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Is "winterize sprinkler system" on your to-do list? It should be! Learning how to blow out your sprinkler system will protect your irrigation system so that it's still working come spring.
Why Does Salt Melt Ice on the Roads in Winter?
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Road salt is used to melt ice in the winter. Learn about road salt in this article from HowStuffWorks.
The Mourning Cloak Butterfly Makes Unique Winter Appearances
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The mourning cloak butterfly might not win any contests for flashiest insect, but this species breaks the mold in some surprising ways.
12 Animals That Hibernate and Survive Winter by Resting
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When temperatures drop and food becomes scarce, many animal species have a built-in survival trick: hibernation.
How much ice would I have to store up in the winter in order to air condition my house all summer?
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We use ice to cool many things from drinks to desserts. But what if ice could cool your home? Take a look at how much would be needed to keep your home comfortable.
Snow Activities
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Snow activities are a fun way to spend time outdoors in winter. Here are some snow activities to beat those winter doldrums.
Pansy, Viola
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Pansies and violas are annual flowers related to violets. Winter pansies bloom during cool weather. Plant winter pansies and violas.
How to Make Candy Houses
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Winter crafts, such as making candy houses, are fun kids' activities. Find out how to make winter crafts like candy houses.
Heather
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Heather is a shrub good for winter gardens, or as a ground cover or understory plant. Heather grows flowers in winter and spring. Learn about heather.
Michigan Holly
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Michigan holly's red berries make it an attractive winter plant. The shrub's green leaves turn yellow in fall. The holly's red berries last through winter, if not eaten by birds. Learn about this accent plant.