Fried green tomatoes, forecast accuracy, Labor Day gardening

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View in Browser | Almanac.com | Get a Copy Friday, September 3, 2021 Who was born on this day? What happened today in history? Click to find out. Autumn begins in 19 days Question of the Day What is a pogonip, and does this word have Native American origins? – Answer Puzzle of the Day When does a caterpillar improve in morals? – Answer There are flowers enough in the summertime, More flowers than I can remember:   But none with the purple, gold, and red That dyes the flowers of September!   –Mary Howitt (1799–1888) ADVERTISEMENT Fried Green Tomatoes (Flour) Is there anything better than a handful (or two) of crispy fried green tomatoes? We enjoyed this simple recipe for fried green tomatoes as children in the 1930s.   READ MORE   ADVERTISEMENT 12 New Perennials For Fall Planting Perennials are a wonderful way to add color and texture to your garden. As the weather begins to get cooler, you still have time to plant so they can bloom come springtime. Here are some exciting new Perennials available this fall.   LEARN MORE   How Accurate Is The Old Farmer's Almanac's Weather Forecast? How accurate has The Old Farmers’ Almanac been at predicting long-range weather across the U.S. and Canada? Let’s take a look at the weather predictions from last year (2020–2021).   READ MORE   ADVERTISEMENT Celebrity Trainer: “Muscle Loss in Seniors is Real, But It Doesn’t Have to Be" Tony Horton says he’s found a much more effective way to fight age-related muscle loss - and even build new muscle - that has nothing to do with exercise. Click Here To Watch His Presentation >>   LEARN MORE   Labor Day Gardening: What to Do in the Garden This Weekend Though some folks say Labor Day is the “end of summer,” that’s certainly not true in temperate North American gardens! We’re harvesting, storing the bounty, saving seeds, dividing plants, fertilizing the lawn and—yes—planting for a “second summer.” Come join us in the garden—and also see 10 fall...   READ MORE   ADVERTISEMENT Where can I find advice for best days and gardening by the Moon? The 2022 Moon Calendar includes all the best days for getting a haircut, going fishing, and more activities according to the Moon. Plus, learn tips for gardening by the Moon’s phases and even creating a special “Moon garden” in your 2022 Moon Calendar.   LEARN MORE   Storing Your Harvest Without a Root Cellar Now that you have grown and harvested some beautiful winter-keeping vegetables, how are you going to store them? Not everyone has access to a root cellar. Here are other ways to store your harvest!   READ MORE   ADVERTISEMENT A stunning wall calendar packed with gardening knowledge! The 2022 Gardening Calendar offers beautiful illustrations alongside timely gardening advice, fun facts, and more. “I buy this calendar every year. The vintage artwork is always 5 stars, and the quality of the calendar design is also five stars! Always look forward to buying the next one!” -Denise   LEARN MORE   What Every Farmer's Child Was Expected to Know Some things can be learned from experience, while others just need to be taught. Here’s what a farmer’s child was expected to know in the year 1867—with a boy’s list and a girl’s list. Growing up on farm is still like nothing else, so we’ve added some more handy and unusual things you might not...   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   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