Blossom-end rot, 3 easy herbs, dianthus, homemade ketchup

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O fields in June's fair verdure drest,
And vocal now with birds and bees!
–Henry Stevenson Washburn (1813–1903)

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Blossom-End Rot
Blossom-End Rot
Here are tips on how to identify, control, and prevent blossom-end rot on your tomatoes and other garden plants.
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3 Easy Herbs Any Beginner Gardener Can Grow
If you’re new to gardening, we recommend three versatile herbs: basil, cilantro, and parsley. Fresh vegetables from the garden are great, but it’s herbs that give the final flourish to our cooking—and they taste much better fresh from the garden. In this article (with video), we’ll help you grow ...
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How To: Help Your Dog Live Longer and Better

If you have noticed your dog having lower energy, redness inside the ears, bad breath, or their poop smells very bad then these could be warning signs of something serious. Click here to find out right now if your dog is affected.
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Dianthus Flowers: A Rock Garden Favorite
Dianthus Flowers: A Rock Garden Favorite
When my dianthuses start to bloom in June, I know that summer is not far behind. Also called pinks, these pretty cottage garden classics are long-blooming, prolific, and fragrant through the summer. Discover six different types of dianthus for the home gardener—from creeping rock...
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2020 Old Farmer's Almanac Online Edition

Detailed weather forecasts for the entire U.S., gardening and growing, food and recipes, astronomy, tides, home remedies, trends, handy tips, history, plus lots of humor—what’s not to like?

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2021 Hurricane Season Forecast
2021 Hurricane Season Forecast
On the heels of last year’s record-breaking season, another “above-normal” hurricane season is expected for 2021. Will we reach 30 storms again? (We hope not!) Find out what exactly is predicted for this year’s hurricane season. Plus, see answers to common questions about Earth’s most violent ...
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Garden Guide Online Edition
Enjoy instant access—from your tablet or computer! The Garden Guide’s large, full-color pages are loaded with “Purple Power” colorful choices for better health as well as general information, landscaping basics, the magic of mushrooms and easy DIY planting projects.
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Tammy's Homemade Ketchup
Tammy's Homemade Ketchup

Our mother’s homemade ketchup is a favorite memory, and Tammy’s Homemade Ketchup reminds us of its delicious from-scratch taste.
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