Best fall flowers, caterpillars in the garden, apple recipes

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Daily Newsletter for Tuesday, September 10, 2019

harvest moon

The mellow moon, the changing leaves,
The earlier setting sun,
Proclaim at last, my merry boys,
The harvest-time begun.
–Charles G. Eastman (1816–60)

 
Tuesday, September 10, 2019
 253rd day of the year


 
The 2020 Old Farmer's Almanac
 
Best Fall Flowers

 The Best Fall Flowers for Your Garden
Summer’s end does not mean the flower blooms have to end! Here are some of our favorite fall-blooming flowers that brighten up our autumn landscape—including annuals, perennials, and shrubs. Whey not enjoy colorful blooms and foliage for even longer!
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Shrubs for Fall Planting

 Best Shrubs for Fall Planting
The gardening season is winding down. Last call for filling in those bare spots in your landscaping with a shrub or two.
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Hungry, Hungry Caterpillars

 Identifying Caterpillars in My Garden
As summer winds down the populations of caterpillars seems to be on the rise. Some are the larva of butterflies but most are moths. Let’s take a closer look and meet some interesting caterpillars in the garden.
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The 2020 Old Farmer's Almanac Engagement Calendar
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Favorite Apple Recipes

 Apple Recipes: Our Favorites for Fall
Enjoy some of our favorite apple recipes, including a delicious apple pie recipe, apple butter, apple puffed pancakes, apples and pork, and more.
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The 2020 Old Farmer's Almanac Country Calendar
Scenic photographs, country musings, fun facts, humor, and advice. Plus best days to fish, plant, set eggs, harvest crops, and cut hay.
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Plants for People With Allergies

 Worst and Best Plants for People With Allergies
Got allergies? It helps to know which are the best plants and worst plants for allergies—plus, here are six smart practices to cut down on allergic reactions.
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The 2020 Old Farmer's Almanac Moon Calendar
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