Homegrown tomatoes, homegrown tomatoes What would life be without homegrown tomatoes? Only two things that money can't buy That's true love and homegrown tomatoes. –Guy Clark (1941–2016) | Wednesday, July 15, 2020 Find out who was born today. Autumn begins in 69 days Question of the Day What is the fastest speed on record (words per minute) for typing text? – Answer Puzzle of the Day At evening by my whole you'll think of days gone by, and never reckon that of my second, my first is made, and by my first my second. (What’s the word? Each clue is a syllable!) – Answer
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| | Canning 101 Basics Introduction to Canning: What Is Canning? Home canning is experiencing a resurgence of interest. Imagine the shelves of your pantry stocked with homemade pickles, tomato sauce, and jams. Whether you are blessed with an overabundance from your garden or want to indulge in the art of “putting by” with peak produce from your farmers’ market, canning captures the best flavors. See how to can with our newly update Canning 101: Guide to Canning! | | SPONSORED Prevent Mosquito-Borne Diseases
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This recipe for Heavenly Apricot Cobbler Bars comes to us from the 1802 House Bed and Breakfast Inn at Kennebunkport, Maine. | | Odds of Being Struck by Lightning Lightning Storms: 10 Safety Tips You Should Know Lightning can be awewome to watch but, yes, it can be dangerous and even deadly. Did you know: Lightning strikes more than 40 to 50 times a second during June, July and August. So, summer is a good time to learn about nature’s light shows—and 10 basic lightning safety rules. Here are some “flash” facts … | | Vegetable Gardener’s Handbook by The Old Farmer’s Almanac
Gardeners love it so much, we had to print more! Created for new gardeners, green thumbs, and old hands alike, The Old Farmer’s Almanac Vegetable Gardener’s Handbook is loaded with advice and inspiration to help plants—and growers—thrive. | | All About Moon Gardens How to Design a Moon Garden A Moon garden can be enjoyed from dusk to dark—by the light of the Moon! We’ll show you how to plan a Moon garden—with flowers that open in the evening, plants that release fragrant scents at night, and silvery or textured foliage which is visible. Let’s get started on your Moon garden … | | 2021 Calendars
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