Grapes, starting herbs from cuttings, seed heads for birds

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Daily Newsletter for Tuesday, August 20, 2019

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Bright, bright, restless bright, through the sunburnt meads, 
Wavers the butterfly; 
Ever across its path a pilot invisible leads 
A sylphid fleet of the thistle's light and feathery seeds,— 
And August passeth by.
–Edith Matilda Thomas (1854–1925)
Tuesday, August 20, 2019
 232nd day of the year


 
The 2020 Old Farmer's Almanac Weather Calendar
 
Growing Grapes

 Grapes
Grape growing is experiencing a renewed popularity in home gardens! And why not? Not only are grapes wonderful for eating, juicing, and winemaking, but they are also a beautiful ornamental plant. Learn how to grow, prune, and harvest your grapes.
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How to Start Herbs

 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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The 2020 Old Farmer's Almanac Engagement Calendar
A highly useful daily planner full of humor and useful advice. It’s an indispensable tool for managing your life and keeping yourself organized. Includes plenty of room for jotting down appointments and notes.  
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Sophisticated Berry Shortcake

 Grilled Angel Food Cake with Berry-Wine Sauce

The combination of flavors in this Grilled Angel Food Cake With Berry-Wine Sauce dessert is brilliant.
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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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Seed Heads for Birds

 Plants With Seeds to Feed the Birds
Most of the garden has been stripped down to bare bones but I am in no hurry to cut down any plants that have interesting seed heads. The birds fully appreciate having a smorgasbord of seeds to choose from and we love watching them. 
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The 2020 Old Farmer's Almanac Gardening Calendar
Our perennial best-seller for over 40 years! 
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Cats and Weather Lore

 Cats and Weather—The Folklore
What is the origin of the phrase, “raining cats and dogs”? What do animals falling from the sky have to do with torrential downpours? Let’s explore!
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The 2020 Old Farmer's Almanac Everyday Calendar
Nicely illustrated page-a-day desk calendar that makes a great stocking stuffer! Start each day with a tidbit of Almanac fun: weather wisdom, quirky historical facts, useful hints, and time-tested proverbs.
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