Make sauerkraut, milkweed, strawberry rosemary tart

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View in Browser | Almanac.com | Get a Copy Wednesday, July 21, 2021 Who was born on this day? What happened today in history? Click to find out. Autumn begins in 63 days Question of the Day Is there any way to remove underarm stains from shirts? I suspect that the stains are primarily from antiperspirants, which seem to be invincible against everything modern science has to offer. – Answer Puzzle of the Day When is 2 and 2 not equal to 4? – Answer A boy and his dad on a fishing-trip— Builders of life’s companionship! Oh, I envy them, as I see them there Under the sky in the open air. –Edgar Guest (1881–1959) ADVERTISEMENT How to Make Sauerkraut Store-bought sauerkraut can’t compete with the homemade stuff. Follow our sauerkraut recipe to learn how to make sauerkraut of your own!   READ MORE   ADVERTISEMENT Lost Coast Plant Therapy Natural plant wash protection for your gardens and house plants. Safe and effective plant based, organic, natural and non-gmo ingredients that work by suffocation and dehydration of soft body insects, mildew, mold and fungus.   LEARN MORE   Wild Strawberry & Garden Rosemary Tarts The family and I headed out for an afterdinner walk the other night. We had started down the driveway and were making our way along the field when someone keenly spied the mother lode. Our field was surprisingly filled with sweet, red, wild strawberries perfect for the pickin' and eatin'—and making...   READ MORE   ADVERTISEMENT 3 Warning Signs Your Dog Is Giving You Dr. Gary Richter, one of the top veterinarians in the world, many dogs are at risk of serious health issues… but their owners may be missing the warning signs.   LEARN MORE   How to Beat Bugs in Your Garden While some insects are beneficial, others are an ever-present pest in the vegetable garden—but there's no reason that they should get the better of you or your crops.   WATCH VIDEO   ADVERTISEMENT You can now order your 2022 Planner! Previously known as the Engagement Calendar—now in its 27th year! This popular daily planner provides plenty of space to jot down appointments, events, reminders, observations, and inspirations.   LEARN MORE   Best Milkweed Varieties for Monarch Butterflies Monarch butterfly populations have declined by a shocking 90% over the past 20 years! One thing we can do is to plant native milkweed. Not only does it provide nectar for the adult butterflies, but also it is the only plant on which they will lay their eggs. Learn more about which milkweed...   READ MORE   ADVERTISEMENT Vintage wall décor for an elegant space! This beautiful wall décor piece features a variety of vegetables and a cream palette on canvas, stretched between two pieces of wood. Add some vintage charm to your home with this sign!   LEARN MORE   Common Milkweed: Uses and Natural Remedies Common milkweed has a long history as a natural remedy—and has many other uses, too! Plus, milkweed is the food of our beautiful monarch butterflies. Learn about this surprisingly useful native plant.   READ MORE   ADVERTISEMENT Where can I get country wit and wisdom all year long? Enjoy reflections on country life including observations on working in the fields, fireflies on the Fourth of July, and the hope that comes with a blooming spring in the 2022 Country Calendar, sure to bring a smile to your face with the simple joys of the country!   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