The Old Farmer's Almanac Companion Newsletter

Bright, bright, restless bright, through the sun-
burnt meads,
Wavers the butterfly ;
Ever across its path a pilot invisible leads
A sylphid fleet of the thistle's light and feathery
seeds,
And August passeth by.
–Edith Matilda Thomas (1854–1925)

Monday, August 20, 2018
232nd day of the year
Autumn begins in 33 days

Joan Allen (actress) was born on this day in 1956.
Jerry Lewis (comedian) died on this day in 2017.

Question of the Day
What is the best way to discourage a raccoon from visiting my yard? I have eliminated everything it might use for food. Answer

Plant Once, Grow Forever

Discover 20 Self-Sowing Flowers!
Many flowers reseed themselves! Here’s a list of over 20 flowers that you plant once and enjoy for years. And if you are busy deadheading your flowers, stop! Take a look at the seed heads you are cutting off.

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Bring Some Balance into Your Garden!

These 8 “infinity” stones, thoughtfully balanced, symbolize safety and hope for a traveler moving along life’s path. As a gift for a friend or in your own garden they show friendship and welcome all who pass by.

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Growing Sweet Potatoes

Sweet Potatoes
Sweet potatoes are grown more often in southern regions because they require at least four months of warm temperatures, though there are varieties that will grow in northern gardens, too. They are surprisingly easy to grow and just a few plants can produce a generous harvest. Here’s how to plant, grow, and harvest delicious sweet potatoes in your garden.

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Fall Gardening Tips

A Second Spring: Fall Gardening
Albert Camus said that autumn is a second spring because every leaf is a flower. True, since the foliage is starting to turn, but for me fall in the garden is a second spring because we are harvesting spring veggies again.

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Blackberry Pie!

Blackberry Cream Cheese Pie

Try this Blackberry Cream Cheese Pie for a rich and beautiful summer dessert. Assemble it in no time by making the syrup a day ahead!

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Weird History of Makeup

History of American Cosmetics
The history of cosmetics is a fascinating one, as standards of beauty have changed significantly over the last few centuries. In fact, it was not unusual for upper-class gentlemen to wear makeup or wigs.

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