When to harvest veggies, beet chips, next full Moon

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View in Browser | Almanac.com | Get a Copy Sunday, July 18, 2021 Who was born on this day? What happened today in history? Click to find out. Autumn begins in 67 days Question of the Day I just moved into a new home and found the place inhabited by roaches. How can I get them to move on? – Answer Puzzle of the Day A word of one syllable, easy and short, read backward and forward the same, expresses the sentiments warm from the heart, and to beauty lays principal claim. – Answer In the dewy fields the cattle lie Chewing the cud 'neath a fading sky; Dobbin at manger pulls his hay: Gone is another summer's day. –Walter de la Mare (1873–1956) ADVERTISEMENT When to Harvest Vegetables and Fruit How do you know when to harvest vegetables, fruit and herbs? Here’s expert advice on how to pick vegetables and fruit at the peak of flavor. For example, zucchini is harvested when 6 to 8 inches long. Pick early and pick often! See our entire list of common crops and the harvesting criteria for...   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   Growing Edible Flowers in Your Garden So many flowers are not only beautiful but also completely edible, adding color and flavor to salads, soups, pastas, drinks, and desserts. In fact, in ancient times, flowers were grown more for scent and flavor than looks alone. Here are 15 edible flowers that are also easy to grow.   READ MORE   ADVERTISEMENT How can I get help with my veggie garden? Now in its third printing, the Vegetable Gardener’s Handbook is the perfect companion for every vegetable gardener—even those who have never touched a trowel and wouldn’t know mulch from mud! Order the Vegetable Gardener’s Handbook today!     LEARN MORE   Full Moon in July 2021 July’s full Buck Moon is coming up— rising after sunset on Friday, July 23. See your July Moon phase dates and times—and also why we call it the Buck Moon.   READ MORE   ADVERTISEMENT Your trustworthy companion to 2022 - Pre-order Now! Generations of readers put their trust in the Almanac, in its predictions of celestial events, from full Moons to meteor showers; its planting and frost dates; and its traditionally 80 percent-accurate weather forecasts. It’s useful every day of the year!   LEARN MORE   Beet Chips Move over potato chips—beet chips have you, well, beat! These easy-to-make vegetable chips are as beautiful as they are nutritious.   READ MORE   ADVERTISEMENT Helpful reminders and charming inspiration for 2022! Get reminders on everything from looking through seed catalogs to reaching out to friends for support, plus inspirational quotes and proverbs in the 2022 Planner - Available Now!   LEARN MORE   Why Do Onions Make You Cry? | More Onion Facts Why do onions make you cry when you cut them? How do you slice onions without tears? Are leftover onions toxic? Enjoy these onion facts—and some folklore.   READ MORE   ADVERTISEMENT Where can I find delightful kitchen towels? These dish towels make great gifts for a housewarming, as a hostess gift or for just any occasion. Or just brighten up your own kitchen with these lovely towels!   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