The Old Farmer's Almanac Companion Newsletter

Mine is the Month of Roses; yes, and mine
The Month of Marriages! All pleasant sights
And scents, the fragrance of the blossoming vine,
The foliage of the valleys and the heights.
Mine are the longest days, the loveliest nights.
The mower’s scythe makes music to my ear;
I am the mother of all dear delights;
I am the fairest daughter of the year.
–Henry Wadsworth Longfellow (1807–82)

Friday, June 21, 2019
172nd day of the year
Summer begins today

Doug Savant (actor) was born on this day in 1964.
Charles Krauthammer (Pulitzer Prize-winning columnist) died on this day in 2018.

Question of the Day
How do I keep rabbits from eating my flowers? Answer

How to Celebrate Summer!

Summer Solstice 2019: The First Day of Summer
The June solstice 2019—the summer solstice in the Northern Hemisphere—will occur on June 21. Here’s what you need to know about the longest day of the year—plus more fun facts about the first day of summer.

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The World's Best Pollinators

Native Bees: The Best Pollinators for Your Garden
The super-pollinators of the garden are … native bees! While honey bees have their place, it’s our native solitary bees—such as mason bees and leafcutter bees—which are most vital to our flowers and food. See how to bring these docile bees to your garden.

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Avoiding Gardener Aches

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 “gardeners’ 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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Our Favorite Summer Recipes!

Summer Recipes: Make the Most of the Food in Season
Enjoy our best summer recipes and revel in the season’s bounty! Now is the best time to savor juicy fruit ripened by the Sun, and bring fresh tomatoes, squash, and sweet corn from the garden to the table.

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Problems With Food Preservation

Preserving Your Harvest Safely
Millions of Americans will can, freeze, dry, pickle, and ferment the abundance of summer fruits and vegetables from their home gardens and local farms. Here are a few things you should keep in mind to keep your hard-earned harvest safe to eat.

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