Cutting back plants, green beans, fridge pickles!

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View in Browser | Almanac.com | Get a Copy Friday, July 9, 2021 Who was born on this day? What happened today in history? Click to find out. Autumn begins in 75 days Question of the Day Why is the term "salad days" used to describe the days of youth? – Answer Puzzle of the Day My first is female; my second the same; my whole is much dreaded; pray what is its name? (What’s the word? Each clue is a syllable!) – Answer Dog Days bright and clear, Indicate a happy year; But when accompanied by rain, For better times our hopes are vain. –Proverb ADVERTISEMENT Cutting Back and Thinning Summer Plants “Garden thugs” are plants (not weeds) that quickly get out of control in the garden. They can really run amok and hog all the room if they’re not judiciously pruned, dug out, cut back, or thinned in midsummer. Here’s how to keep them from taking over!   READ MORE   ADVERTISEMENT If Your Dog Eats Grass (Do This Everyday) 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.   LEARN MORE   Green Beans Green beans are a staple of so many vegetable gardens because they are so easy to grow—even in limited space—and incredibly productive! Here’s how to plant, grow, and harvest green beans—both the pole and bush types.   READ MORE   ADVERTISEMENT Where can I find gardening advice and folklore? A perennial favorite of gardeners for 45 years, the 2022 Gardening Calendar offers original full-color illustrations, timely gardening advice, fun facts, quotes, and lore. Special bonus: a “best days” table that tells when to plant 36 vegetables and grains, according to regional climate and Moon phase.   LEARN MORE   Sunrise & Sunset Calculator Our sunrise and sunset calculator displays the Sun rise and set times for the U.S. and Canada. The tool will also show you the length of day, when dawn will break, and when darkness will descend.   READ MORE   ADVERTISEMENT Reach for the Moon with this whimsical dish towel! This charming dish towel will encourage you to plant by the Moon’s sign with its beautiful Almanacky design!   LEARN MORE   How To Make Refrigerator Pickles Ready for quick pickles? Making refrigerator pickles is so easy—no special canning equipment needed. Plus, unlike store-bought pickles, these scrumptious, crunchy, homemade pickles are low in sodium. Here’s the recipe—plus a video demonstration if you need it.    WATCH VIDEO   ADVERTISEMENT Celebrate country living with the 2022 Country Calendar! This charming calendar features eye-catching, full-color photographs depicting the joys of country living, including breathtaking landscapes and farm animals. Also included: words of wisdom, fun facts, best days for fishing and setting eggs, and more!   LEARN MORE   Green Beans: So Good for You String beans. Green beans. Snap beans. Not only are they healthy for your body but also they give back to the soil!   READ MORE   ADVERTISEMENT The Old Farmer's Almanac 2022 Edition Now on Pre-Sale! Happy New Almanac Year! It’s time to celebrate the newest edition of The Old Farmer’s Almanac! With our longstanding commitment to “new, useful, and entertaining matter,” you can count on your new edition to deliver a comprehensive and trustworthy guide to 2022. Pre-order now!   LEARN MORE   If you enjoy the Almanac Companion... Share with a Friend THE OLD FARMER SELECTED THESE PRODUCTS FOR YOU View More Product from The Old Farmer's Store Did a friend forward you this briefing? You can sign up here. If you enjoy this newsletter, consider picking up a copy of The Old Farmer's Almanac. Your support makes this all possible! Are you on social? Enjoy more Almanac wit & wisdom!  Visit Almanac.com Shop Our Store You received this email because you signed for updates from The Old Farmer's Almanac. If you do not wish to receive our regular e-mail newsletter in the future, please click here to manage preferences. *Please do not reply to this e-mail* © Yankee Publishing Inc. An Employee-Owned Company 1121 Main Street | P.O. Box 520 | Dublin, NH 03444 Contact Us View web version