Weed without chemicals, save seeds, Mercury retrograde ends

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Daily Newsletter for Sunday, August 19, 2018

toad

The sun is set; the swallows are asleep;
The bats are flitting fast in the gray air;
The slow soft toads out of damp corners creep,
And evening's breath, wandering here and there
Over the quivering surface of the stream,
Wakes not one ripple from its summer dream.
–Percy Bysshe Shelley (1792–1822)
Sunday, August 19, 2018
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Weed Without Chemicals

Keep Weeds Under Control (Without Weed Killers)
Dealing with weeds in the garden? Their often persistent nature can make for a truly frustrating experience. In this article (with video demo), we share our top tactics for keeping weeds under control in your vegetable garden—without resorting to chemical killers.
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The Triple Calla Lily
 
How to Save Vegetable Seeds
Saving Seeds

How to Save Vegetable Seeds
Want to save vegetable seeds to replant next year? Here’s our seed-saving guide for beginners. Learn how to harvest and save seeds from some of your favorite garden vegetables, including beans, peppers, tomatoes, and more!
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The 2019 Old Farmer's Almanac Gardening Calendar

Our perennial best-seller for over 40 years! Features original, full-color illustrations.
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The 2019 Old Farmer's Almanac Gardening Calendar
 
Next Full Moon
Next Full Moon?

Next Full Moon
When is the next full Moon? See our Full Moon Calendar for 2020 for the U.S. and Canada. Get Full Moon dates and times—customized to YOUR location.
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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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2019 MOON WALL CALENDAR
 
Mercury Retrograde Dates for 2020
Mercury Retrograde Ends

Mercury Retrograde Dates for 2020
Mercury’s last period of retrograde motion in 2020 lasts from October 14 to November 3! According to the age-old practice of astrology, we are all influenced by the effect of Mercury in retrograde. What exactly does it mean for each of us, though? Read on to find out.
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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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The 2019 Old Farmer's Almanac Weather Watcher's Calendar
 
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Strawberry Hand Pies

Strawberry Hand Pies

These old-school strawberry hand pies are so easy. The pies may be baked in the oven or cooked on a gas or charcoal grill. 
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