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Corn season, historical heat wave, grilled eggplant

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I want to plant bulbs this fall, but rodents always manage to find them. How can I keep the critters away?
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Puzzle of the Day
The Centennial State.(Name the U.S. state!)
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August brings the sheaves of corn,
Then the harvest home is borne.

–Sara Coleridge (1802–1852)

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Corn
Mmm! Homegrown corn has always been a favorite of ours! Want to get the fullest cobs of corn from your home garden? Learn how to know when your ears are ready for harvesting!
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Slim & Healthy After 60: All It Takes is 1 Small Change

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The Many Ways to Use Corn: Food, Medicine, and Crafts
Hurrah! It’s corn-on-the-cob season across the nation, and I grew a few rows of corn this year. Corn is great for eating, but its many other uses range from crafts to medicine. Discover how to use the entire corn, including the kernels, husks, silks, and cob, to make delicious recipes in the…
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Summer Heat Wave of 1936
Decades ago, a blistering heat wave hit the eastern seaboard. We may complain of the heat now, but the record-breaking summer of 1936 certainly puts the weather into perspective! 
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Beneficial Reptiles in the Garden
You may have unexpected allies lurking in your garden: reptiles such as lizards and snakes! They may get a bad rap, but these garden helpers eat slugs and harmful insects. Discover four beneficial garden reptiles, how to encourage them, and answers to common questions about finding snakes in the…
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The Perfect Companion for Every Vegetable Gardener

Created for new gardeners, green thumbs, and old hands alike, The Old Farmer’s Almanac Vegetable Gardener’s Handbook is loaded with advice and inspiration to help plants—and growers—thrive. 

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Grilled Eggplant Halves With Parsley
Grilling is the way to make a delicious eggplant meal! When you score the surface, the inside stays succulent and not mushy. This recipe makes for a great companion to grilled lamb chops or sausage!
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