Second chance for planting, vegetable nutrition, peach cobbler

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Daily Newsletter for Wednesday, July 24, 2019

grain
O beautiful for spacious skies,
For amber waves of grain,
For purple mountain majesties
Above the fruited plain!
–Katharine Lee Bates (1859–1929)
Wednesday, July 24, 2019
 205th day of the year


 
The 2020 Old Farmer's Almanac
 
Healthy Veggies to Eat

 Vegetable Nutrition: Healthy Veggies to Add to Your Diet
Do you eat your veggies? Here’s a quick list of the common vegetables that pack a punch of helpful nutrients and minerals.
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Broccoli, Collards, So Many Greens! It’s Time to Plant for Fall!
Summer has only just arrived, but in early July we’re already turning our attention to starting a bountiful Fall garden.. First we sow fall Brussels sprouts in shaded seedling beds, and next we sow broccoli, cabbage, collards, and Chinese cabbage plus other nutritious, delicious fall mustards and other greens.
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When the President Disappeared

 When the President Disappeared for 6 Days
In 1893, during his second term as president, Grover Cleveland mysteriously disappeared from the public’s eye for nearly a week. What happened? Here’s the story…
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Compass Dogs

 Do Dogs Go Potty in a Certain Direction?
Calling all dog owners! Ever noticed which way your pooch stands when they do their business? As with birds, canines are aware of Earth’s magnetic forces.
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The 2020 Old Farmer's Almanac Gardening Calendar
Our perennial best-seller for over 40 years! 
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Second Chance for Planting

 Speedy Vegetables to Fill Gaps in Midsummer
Summer is in full swing and by now the peas and radishes have all been picked, the cilantro is blooming, the lettuce has bolted, and the spinach is long gone. Don’t let those gaps sit empty; they’ll only fill up with weeds! To get the most from your garden, break out the seeds and pop in a few wherever you find an open spot.
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The 2020 Old Farmer's Almanac Moon Calendar
Loaded with dramtic images, lunar lore, and more! Makes a great stocking stuffer!
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Classic Peach Cobbler

 Peach Cobbler

There’s nothing that says summer like peach cobbler. This old-fashioned dessert is always popular and is best with fresh peaches.
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The 2020 Old Farmer's Almanac Weather Watcher's Calendar
For those who like to keep an eye on the sky! Features dramatic photography, weather proverbs, historical weather events, trivia, and more.
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