Predicting with persimmons, true green tomatoes, fall beets

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View in Browser | Almanac.com | Get a Copy Thursday, September 9, 2021 Who was born on this day? What happened today in history? Click to find out. Autumn begins in 13 days Question of the Day What would happen if Earth's rotation started to slow down? – Answer Puzzle of the Day Why is there a difference of only two letters of the alphabet between an accepted and a rejected love? – Answer The golden-rod is yellow; The corn is turning brown; The trees in apple orchards With fruit are bending down. –Helen Hunt Jackson (1830–85) ADVERTISEMENT Predicting Weather Using a Persimmon Seed According to traditional weather folklore, you can predict winter weather with a persimmon seed. Here’s how to do it! Plus, enjoy recipes for persimmon pudding and persimmon bread.   READ MORE   ADVERTISEMENT How To: Fix Your Fatigue And Increase Energy Did you know there are 3 “Super Foods” that you should NEVER eat? I’m not kidding. New research reveals these supposed “Super Foods” can actually drain your energy, damage your hormones and have devastating effects on your metabolism… Fortunately on the next page my good friend Dr. Gundry MD shows you exactly WHICH 3 foods you must AVOID like the plague, and what you should be eating instead. ==> NEVER Eat These 3 “Super Foods”    LEARN MORE   Some Green Tomatoes Are Meant to Stay Green Usually, when we see a green tomato, it’s just unripe and will eventually turn red.  However, there are green tomatoes that are meant to be green! The taste is very different. Learn more about true green tomatoes and how to ripen.   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   Tips on Planting Beets in the Home Garden Nobody is neutral about beets. You either hate them or you love them. I’m the latter. Their rich, dark red roots are loaded up with nutrients and flavor. Some even say that beets have to do with longevity. They’re easy to keep and good eating all year. And you can grow them well in the cool...   READ MORE   ADVERTISEMENT Dazzling Suncatchers Made in New Hampshire! Hang these stunning suncatchers in your window! These suncatchers were hand-pressed from recycled glass using a centuries-old technique by Old Hancock Glassworks in NH.     LEARN MORE   Persimmon Bread Every tried Persimmon Bread? These bright orange fruits are harvested in September and October. The sweet jelly-like bulb is perfect for baking in breads and puddings.   READ MORE   ADVERTISEMENT The Almanac's 2022 Everyday Calendar is perfect for your home office! Enjoyed by folks for more than 25 years, this full-color, page-per-day box calendar features fun facts, folklore, tips, quotes, proverbs, puzzles, and more! Every day is “useful, with a pleasant degree of humor.”   LEARN MORE   Beets: Health Benefits The humble beet, steamed, boiled, roasted, pickled, borscht’d—but especially served raw—is nutritious and offers many health benefits.   READ MORE   ADVERTISEMENT A daily planner filled with fun facts and cheerful illustrations! “It’s been several years, and I still look forward to ordering this wonderful calendar annually … It’s terrific, from cover to cover. Thank you for this planner … a diary, and so much more.” –Sheila   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