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Here’s a bit of inspo from Newfields, often named one of the best gardens in the US to stroll through. | Photo via @newfieldstoday
Be-leaf it or not, now is the perfect time to get gardening. Here’s a helpful guide for shopping seeds, doing routine maintenance, and even sowing certain plants in winter so that when spring comes, your garden is ready to thrive.
🌱 Spring for seeds
Peruse seed catalogs and grab those springtime favorites that are so popular they tend to sell out come the thaw. We’re talking about snap peas, radishes, specialty lettuces, and heirloom tomatoes.
Check out these local spots to nab your favorites:
While you’re at the nursery, grab some seeds that you can plant up to six weeks before the final frost — which The Old Farmer’s Almanac estimates will fall around Saturday, April 25 this year. Use this tool to calculate when to sow early-season crops.
🌱 Join a gardening group
New to the gardening game? Get tips from seasoned locals:
The start of Ramadan, which may begin this evening — pending the sighting of the crescent moon — and will continue through Thursday, March 19. Learn more about the month of fasting, prayer, and community by signing up for a workshop from the Indianapolis Muslim Community Association.
Plan Ahead
Want to attend the 110th running of the Indianapolis 500? IMS officials say tickets are selling at the fastest rate seen in a decade, pacing for a second consecutive sellout. Don’t get left in the dust. (IBJ)
Opening
The Right Jab, a new boxing gym owned by Indy’s own Mike Epps, is expected to open at 3717 Sutherland Ave. later this month. Learn more about the gym — and the former World Boxing Organization heavyweight champion at the helm. (IBJ)
Stat
No. 6. That’s where Indianapolis ranked on a list of major cities with the best BMVs in the country. Check exactly which branch has the best rating before your tags expire again.
Environment
File this under news you otter know. Tracks belonging to a river otter were spotted at Eagle Creek Park, where the semi-aquatic critters haven’t been spotted for 30+ years. Find out what the discovery could mean for the local ecosystem. (IndyStar)
Play
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Health
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Post of the Day
Who else is ready for pad Thai on the patio? | Photo by @bodhi.indy
If you believe in spring, clap your hands. Looks like BODHI is taking advantage of our false spring with some pop-up patio evenings — keep an close eye on their page to snag a reservation.
Sometimes the simplest solutions make the biggest difference. These four products tackle everyday headaches — each for under $30.
👜 Tired of your purse tipping over or disappearing on the car floor? These car purse hooks keep your bags within reach.
🚽 Late-night bathroom runs will no longer feel like an obstacle course thanks to this toilet bowl night light.
🧅 Swap baking soda for this fridge deodorizer that works for up to 10 years, so you can set it once and forget it.
🚗 Designed to reduce strain, this vehicle assist handle provides sturdy support to help you get in + out of your car with ease and stability.
It’s a hard rock life for us. GEOfest hits the Indiana State Museum this Friday, Feb. 20 through Sunday, Feb. 22. Prepare to be bouldered over by three floors of crystals, fossils, and rocks for sale, plus fun geologically themed activities.
GEOfest will feature 30 vendors from across the country selling incredible rocks and gems.
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