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The dawn was apple-green,
The sky was green wine held up in the Sun,
The Moon was a golden petal between.

–D. H. Lawrence (1885–1930)

Friday, June 26, 2020
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Question of the Day
I have a cottonwood tree on the edge of my property, and the roots are so aggressive that they have extended throughout my yard and even under my house. They're already cracking the block wall around my property. How can I kill the tree before the roots damage the house's foundation and underground pipes and choke out my fruit trees? – Answer

Puzzle of the Day
Two musical states. (Abbreviation of two U.S. states) – Answer

5 Chicken Health Problems

Common Chicken Health Problems
Keeping backyard chickens is a fun and relatively easy experience. However, just like a pet, chickens can fall ill at times. While the prospect of chickens becoming sick can be scary, the most common health problems in chickens can usually be treated easily from home. In this new article, we will cover the five most common health problems among chickens and what to do about them.

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Second Plantings

Succession Gardening Chart
See our successive gardening chart listing last planting dates for second-season crops. To calculate the best time to plant your second (or third!) vegetable crop, look at the first expected frost dates in the chart and choose the date that comes closest.

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Avoid Gardener Aches and Pains

Avoid Gardener Aches, Pains, and Injury
The smell of Bengay and Icy Hot mixed with bug spray is a sure sign that the gardening season is in full swing. Yes, cases of “gardener’s back” or “weeder’s wrist” or “pruner’s neck” are going around. Here’s how to avoid the hazards of gardening!

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Vegetable Gardener’s Handbook by The Old Farmer’s Almanac

Gardeners love it so much, we had to print more! 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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Pest Control Without Harm

How to Control Pests Without Harming Beneficial Bugs
How do you get rid of pests while boosting beneficial bugs? Finding the right balance can be tricky. In this article (with video), learn how to pest-proof your garden before winter to eliminate pest problems while giving the “good guys” a safe habitat.

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Best Homemade Pancakes

Best Homemade Pancake Recipes
Some of the best homemade pancake recipes are also the simplest. All on one page, find our best buttermilk, whole-grain, special diet, and flavored pancakes, including our “master pancake” recipe which can be flavored in many ways.

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