12

Months of the year the New York Times has called “the cruelest month” through the last two decades.

0

Lilacs that can bloom in April on the East Coast, where spring comes latest.

2

Tax Day’s rank on the most stressful day of the year list, for Americans.

6

Percent increase in fatal car crashes on Tax Day.

1989

Year a British children’s show covered “the chippy,” a new portable music player that could instantly play hundreds of songs, as an April Fool’s joke.

396

Rank of the name “April” for American baby girls.

Sources: 1) Counting 2) Lilacs: A Gardener’s Encyclopedia 3) LiveScience 4) TIME 5) MSN Music 6) Social Security List