Second chance for planting, vegetable nutrition, peach cobbler

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grain
O beautiful for spacious skies,
For amber waves of grain,
For purple mountain majesties
Above the fruited plain!
–Katharine Lee Bates (1859–1929)

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The 2020 Old Farmer's Almanac
 
Vegetable Nutrition: Healthy Veggies to Add to Your Diet
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 for 6 Days
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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Speedy Vegetables to Plant in Summer
Speedy Vegetables to Plant in Summer
Summer heat is here! By now, the peas and radishes have likely all been picked, the cilantro is blooming, the lettuce has bolted, and the spinach is long gone. Don’t let those gaps in the garden sit empty; they’ll only fill up with weeds! To get the most from your garden, break out the seeds and...
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The 2020 Old Farmer's Almanac Gardening Calendar

Our perennial best-seller for over 40 years! 
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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. Serve hot from the oven with ice cream. 
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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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