The Old Farmer's Almanac Companion Newsletter

See what delights in sylvan scenes appear!
Descending Gods have found Elysium here.
In woods bright Venus with Adonis stray'd,
And chaste Diana haunts the forest shade.

–Alexander Pope (1688–1744)

Tuesday, July 24, 2018
205th day of the year
Autumn begins in 60 days

Barry Bonds (baseball player) was born on this day in 1964.
Sherman Hemsley (actor) died on this day in 2012.

Question of the Day
What's the best way to clean wicker furniture? Answer

More Powdery Mildew Tips

Powdery Mildew Remedies for Plants
One unwelcome visitor to my garden at this time of year is powdery mildew. Here’s how to control this plant disease with natural remedies, including a homemade baking soda spray treatment.

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The Old Farmer's Almanac All-Natural Insect Repellent

This DEET-free, extra-strength bug spray will effectively repel ticks, fleas, mosquitoes, blackflies, yellow flies, chiggers, and other pesky, biting bugs!

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$9.97

Hydrangea Care

Hydrangeas
With immense flower heads, hydrangeas flaunt an old-fashioned charm that is hard to resist. Unrivaled in the shrub world for beautiful flowers, the elegant ladies are easy to cultivate, tolerate almost any soil, and produce abundant blooms. Colors beguile with clear blue, vibrant pink, frosty white, lavender, and rose blossoms—sometimes all blooming on the same plant!

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Harvesting Fall Garlic

Garlic
In July and August, we harvest the garlic we planted last fall. Garlic produces numerous bulbs after a long growing season. In October, we’ll plant garlic anew! See our tips on both planting and harvesting garlic. It’s so easy to grow—and frost-tolerant, too!

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Love You a Bushel and a Peck Coffee Mugs

Large, double-sided, dishwasher-safe mugs. Choose from different fun designs! Handles work equally well for both left- and right-handed people. Each mug includes a generously-sized hole that allows coffee to pour out when the mug is tilted.

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$11.95

Leo the Lion

Leo Zodiac Sign
Happy birthday, Leo! The Zodiac Sign for Leo (July 23 to August 22) is symbolized by the noble lion, depicted with its mane and spine, in addition to two halves of a heart. Leos are courageous, passionate, exuberant, and adventurous. Learn more.

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The 2019 Old Farmer's Almanac

Pre-order today for August delivery. Get your Almanac first and a free hole for hanging up in your outhouse! String not included.

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