Plums, starting herb cuttings, drying flowers

Daily Newsletter for Wednesday, August 29, 2018

rain on great plains

In the country, on every side,
Where far and wide,
Like a leopard's tawny and spotted hide,
Stretches the plain,
To the dry grass and the drier grain
How welcome is the rain!
–Henry Wadsworth Longfellow (1801–82)
Wednesday, August 29, 2018
241st day of the year


Chris Hadfield (astronaut) was born on this day in 1959.
Ingrid Bergman (actress) died on this day in 1982.
 
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Starting Herbs From Cuttings

Starting Herbs from Cuttings
Grow new herbs from cuttings easily and for free! Late summer is the perfect time to do this, although cuttings can be taken almost anytime.
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Growing Plums

Plums
Plums! They’re ready to pick from late August to early September in most regions. Ever thought about growing plums? Less demanding than most fruit trees, plums are a great choice for beginner gardeners. They’re compact and prolific producers and add beauty to your backyard. Plus, plums are delicious cooked in jams and cakes or eaten right out of hand! 
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Chicken Satay

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Good Hunting, Disputing Deacons, and More Humor
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Drying Flowers

Best Flowers for Drying | How to Dry Flowers
The heat of the season is perfect for air-drying flowers to brighten those gray, frigid days of winter. Here are tips on which flowers are best for drying—and how to dry flowers so that they look great, not just old!
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