Carrot care, feeding your plants, flea fixes

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Daily Newsletter for Thursday, August 9, 2018



Thursday, August 9, 2018
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wherever you walk

Where-e'er you walk, cool gales shall fan the glade, 
Trees, where you sit, shall crowd into a shade, 
Where-e'er you tread, the blushing flow'rs shall rise, 
And all things flourish where you turn your eyes. 
–Alexander Pope (1688–1744)

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Carrots
Carrots

Garden-grown carrots are full of flavor and texture! They are a popular, long-lasting root vegetable that can be grown in many climates. Learn all about planting, growing, and harvesting carrots.
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Feed Your Plants for Free
Feed Your Plants for Free

How and what you feed your plants with is important, especially if you garden organically. Many of us will prefer to avoid using commercial non-organic fertilizers, and opt for organic ones, and fortunately there is a way of making your own organic fertilizers for free. We’ll take you through the...
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The 2019 Old Farmer's Almanac

Free hole for hanging up in your outhouse with every purchase!
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Painting Pots: The Sponge Technique
Painting Pots: The Sponge Technique

Sponge painting (yes, you just use a sponge) allows any gardener to transform simple orange terra-cotta pots—giving a unique, charming look to your patio or deck. Here’s how to it!
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The 2019 Old Farmer's Almanac Weather Watcher's Calendar

For those who like to keep an eye on the sky! Dramatic images of fantastic weather phenomena. 
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Too Much Zucchini? Freeze It!
Too Much Zucchini? Freeze It!

Freeze your zucchini and summer squash when you have too much on hand.  Here are two methods to easily freeze zucchini for year-round use (plus recipes).
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2019 MOON WALL CALENDAR

Want to enjoy the beautiful Moon year-round? Check out our 2019 Moon Wall Calendar that is loaded with amazing lunar lore, facts, and photos!   
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Homespun Remedies for Fleas
Homespun Remedies for Fleas

You know you’re in trouble when your carpet starts to hop, sitting on the couch is like acupuncture, and your pets become itching contortionists. Fleas have invaded! The Old Farmer’s Almanac: Home Wisdom has more than one way to flummox a flea!
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The 2020 Old Farmer's Almanac Everyday Calendar

Nicely illustrated page-a-day desk calendar that makes a great stocking stuffer! Start each day with a tidbit of Almanac fun: weather wisdom, quirky historical facts, useful hints, and time-tested proverbs.
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