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63 Days Until Winter Begins

Monday, October 19, 2026

Question of the Day

Anytime before the first hard frost. A variety called hard-shelled maximas can handle light frost, but all others should be harvested before the temperature drops to 32°F. As harvest time approaches, pinch out plant leaders and flowers, and remove small green pumpkins that have no chance of ripening. This will help the remaining pumpkins along.

Word of the Day

Equinox

When the Sun crosses the celestial equator. This occurs two times each year: Vernal around March 21 and Autumnal around September 23.

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Puzzle of the Day

What key is the hardest to turn?
Donkey

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