Pruning hydrangeas, fruit flies, summer salad

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Daily Newsletter for Wednesday, July 19, 2017

chestnut trees summer woods

Come ye into the summer woods;
There entereth no annoy;
All greenly wave the chestnut leaves,
And the earth is full of joy.
–Mary Howitt (1799–1888)
Wednesday, July 19, 2017
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When to Prune Different Kinds of Hydrangeas
When to Prune Hydrangeas

When to Prune Different Kinds of Hydrangeas
When do you prune your hydrangea? Well, it depends on the variety. Yes, we know that sounds tricky but it’s not if you consult our handy cheat sheet to figure out the best time to prune. We’ve included photos in case you’re not sure which hydrangea you have. 
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Jazz Up the Garden With Sizzling Color
Orange Flower Pictures

Jazz Up the Garden With Sizzling Color
I used to be a snob of sorts when it came to my garden palette, preferring cool blues and purples mixed with pinks, white, and pale yellow. I had very little red and no orange, thank you—except for the tawny daylilies.
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Castilian-Style Cucumber and Tomato Salad
Cucumber and Tomato Salad

Castilian-Style Cucumber and Tomato Salad

This Cucumber and Tomato Salad is made with cucumbers, tomatoes, and red onion.
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Facts and Folklore to Tell Your Friends
Fun Facts and Folklore!

Facts and Folklore to Tell Your Friends
Did you know? The Old Farmer’s Almanac for Kids is NEW this month and features hundreds of fun facts, awesome activities, and exciting experiments for all to discover.
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How to Get Rid of Fruit Flies
Bothersome Fruit Flies

How to Get Rid of Fruit Flies
In the kitchen, a fruit fly infestation can be a truly annoying experience. Here’s how to get rid of fruit flies, including how to make your own fruit fly trap!
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