Your DAILY Companion From the Almanac Editors
Now by great marshes wrapt in mist,
Or past some river's mouth,
Throughout the long, still autumn day
Wild birds are flying south.
–Wilfred Campbell, Canadian poet (1861–1918)
| | | Question of the Day
I have a strange fungus appearing in numerous spots around my mulched flower beds. It first appears as a thick, bright yellow, bubbly liquid (almost paintlike). As it dries, it forms a tan crust across the top. If it is sprayed with water, it produces small clouds of dark brown dust. What can I do to eliminate it? – Answer | | Puzzle of the Day
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Some flower bulbs will not survive cold winters and need to be dug up and stored indoors over winter. Among these are cannas, elephant ears, gladiolus, tuberous begonias, dahlias, and other summer favorites. Here's how to store bulbs over winter. | | | | | ADVERTISEMENT Staying organized will be a breeze!
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Here’s how to clean and cook pumpkins in two different ways. Plus, if you’re cooking your own pumpkins, it’s just one more step to make homemade pumpkin purée! Enjoy the fall flavor and healthy goodness of fresh pumpkin! | | | | | ADVERTISEMENT The perfect book for budding minds!
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