Perennial vines, tzatziki, grow veggies into fall

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View in Browser | Almanac.com | Get a Copy Monday, July 26, 2021 Who was born on this day? What happened today in history? Click to find out. Autumn begins in 58 days Question of the Day What is the largest river in Canada? – Answer Puzzle of the Day What letter causes a small word to make a loud noise? – Answer How many songs, O summer wind, How many songs you know Of fair, sweet things in your wanderings, As over the earth you go.  –Ina Donna Coolbrith (1841–1928) ADVERTISEMENT Having a Vine Time with Perennial Vines A few years ago, we built a pergola. Nothing fancy, just a rugged 10x10-foot cedar frame outside the back door. It’s a great place to put my houseplants for the summer. It also gives me a spot for hanging baskets and a place to hang a hammock. Most of all, it gave me 4 posts that could support...   READ MORE   ADVERTISEMENT Summer Vegetable Gardening: Common Problems & Solutions Summer vegetable gardening can be a challenge. Jung Seed reviews some of the common problems and provide solutions to help your garden grow.   LEARN MORE   How to Plant a Fall Vegetable Garden Plant a fall vegetable garden—to extend the growing season and your harvest. See our fall planting guide on the benefits of a fall garden, when to plant a fall garden, and the must-grow autumn crops.   READ MORE   ADVERTISEMENT Shocking Report: #1 Cause of Weight Gain is Weedkiller Has your health been declining since 1996? Here’s why…   LEARN MORE   Planet Rise & Set Calculator When will the planets be visible tonight? Use our Planet Rise and Set Calculator to find out when the planets will be visible in your location.   READ MORE   ADVERTISEMENT Learn amazing facts about favorite animals in the Almanac for Kids! This new edition is packed with spectacular spotlights on interesting animals like dragonflies, dart frogs, cows, dogs, big cats, and more! Keep your kids engaged with articles on their favorite animals!   LEARN MORE   Tzatziki Tzatziki is a refreshing sauce made with cool cucumbers, creamy Greek yogurt, and zingy lemon. It’s the perfect condiment for just about everything, especially grilled meats.   READ MORE   ADVERTISEMENT What's a great organic fertilizer for my veggies? The Old Farmer’s Almanac Tomato & Vegetable Plant Food is an OMRI-listed granular fertilizer for robust tomatoes, vegetables, fruit, herbs, trees and shrubs! Promotes vigorous plant growth with abundant fruit and vegetable yields!   LEARN MORE   Home Remedies for Varicose and Spider Veins They’re as common as mosquitoes in summer and about as beloved. Unfortunately, there’s no repellent for varicose veins and spider veins, but we’ll explain the causes and provide health remedies to help.   READ MORE   ADVERTISEMENT Stunning weather photos for every month of the year! The 2022 Weather Calendar brings out Mother Nature’s splendor with striking photos from around the world and timeless weather lore. “Love this calendar. I get one every year and am never disappointed.” -Phyllis   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