How to save veggies seeds, butterfly bush, blackberry jam

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View in Browser | Almanac.com | Get a Copy Monday, August 9, 2021 Who was born on this day? What happened today in history? Click to find out. Autumn begins in 44 days Question of the Day Has it ever snowed in the Sahara Desert? – Answer Puzzle of the Day What is the geometrical form of an escaped parrot? – Answer And from the hot field's farthest edge The cricket's soft refrain With mellow accent tells the tale That August's here again. –Helen Maria Winslow (1851–1938) ADVERTISEMENT Butterfly Bush The butterfly bush (Buddleia davidii) is a beautiful, fast-growing, deciduous shrub with masses of blossoms—long, spiked trusses—that bloom from summer to autumn.   READ MORE   ADVERTISEMENT Top US Doctor: Sugar is not the problem (This Is) Digestion, Weight, Fatigue All Linked To 1 “Metabolic” Issue. Doctor Steven Gundry says you should try this!!!   LEARN MORE   How to Save Seeds From Beans, Peppers, Onions, and More! Saving seeds from your best plants can result in vegetables that are perfectly suited to your garden’s growing conditions. This means stronger, healthier plants and bigger harvests (at less cost). We’ll show you how easy it is to save seeds from vegetables such as beans, lettuce, onions, and ...   WATCH VIDEO   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   Night Sky Map for August 2021: The Milky Way Welcome to the Night Sky Map for August 2021! This month, we talk about one of the night sky’s most magnificent sights—the summer Milky Way, which is the galaxy in which our Sun and all of its planets are located. Here’s how to see the Milky Way in the summer night sky.    READ MORE   ADVERTISEMENT "Live like someone left the gate open" with these fun socks for 50% off! These colorfully printed socks - now on clearance! - will brighten your days with dancing cows making the most of life outside the gates!    LEARN MORE   Refrigerator or Freezer Blackberry Jam This super-easy Blackberry Jam recipe has so much flavor and it’s not too sweet! Plus, no special equipment or ingredients are necessary for our no-fuss jam.   READ MORE   ADVERTISEMENT Where can I keep track of plans for 2022? The Old Farmer’s Almanac’s popular 2022 Planner provides plenty of space to jot down appointments, events, reminders, observations, and inspirations for the coming year. Plus, enjoy wit, wisdom, a quote, a proverb, or a bit of folklore every day!   LEARN MORE   Farmers' Market Grilled Veggie Platter Vegetables taste best when cooked on the grill, and this Grilled Veggie Platter recipe is simple and versatile.   READ MORE   ADVERTISEMENT The 2022 Moon Calendar is Shipping Now! Spend a year with the Moon! This fascinating calendar features striking scenes of the Moon in the landscape, accompanied by fun facts and lore about Earth’s natural satellite, including monthly full Moon names and meanings.    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