Sneak Zucchini Day, caring for apple trees, celery is good for you!

Daily Newsletter for Thursday, August 8, 2019

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What wondrous life is this I lead!
Ripe apples drop about my head;
The luscious clusters of the vine
Upon my mouth do crush their wine;
The nectarine and curious peach
Into my hands themselves do reach;
Stumbling on melons, as I pass,
Ensnared with flowers, I fall on grass.
–Andrew Marvell (1621–78)

 
Thursday, August 8, 2019
220th day of the year


David Evans ("The Edge," guitarist in the band U2) was born on this day in 1961.
Patricia Neal (actress) died on this day in 2010.
 
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Sneak Zucchini Day (Aug 8)

Too Much Zucchini? Freeze It!
August brings “Sneak Some Zucchini Onto Your Neighbor’s Porch Day” (August 8). Our advice? Take it! Here are two methods to easily freeze zucchini for year-round use (plus recipes).
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Caring for Apple Trees

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How are your apple trees growing? Don’t forget to water young trees as they establish their root systems! Here’s more advice on planting, growing, and harvesting apples.
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Planting a Fall Garden

How to Plant a Fall Vegetable Garden
Plant a fall vegetable garden—and extend your harvest. In late summer, you might think the garden is winding down, but this is the perfect (and easy) time to bring in those wonderful cool-weather vegetables. Here’s how to get started.
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Celery is Good for You!

Celery: Bland and Boring? Not So Fast!
Celery is one of the most underrated vegetables. Most people would never think of this humble stalk as a high-powered health food. Yet, it is!
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