Today is Day 68 of 2026
11 days until spring begins
Question of the Day
I know why the colors of a rainbow refract in the order they do (ROYGBIV), but why do rainbows bend, and why is red always on the bottom? Also, is there really an end of a rainbow (with a pot of…
Upcoming Holidays
Puzzle of the Day
What goes up the hill, down the hill, and yet stands still?
Word of the Day
Cat Nights
Planting Calendar
Garden Tools and Calculators
Growing Guides
Seasonal Outlook
Your spring forecast is here
When will it warm up? See what’s ahead.
Today's Moon Phase
Next Full Moon
The Full Pink Moon, will occur on Wednesday, April 1, 2026.
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