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The Summer looks out from her brazen tower,
Through the flashing bars of July.
–Francis Thompson (1859–1907)
Wednesday, July 8, 2020 [See births, events in history, and more!](
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Speedy Veggies to Plant Now
[Speedy Vegetables to Plant in Summer](
Summer is in full swing! By now, the peas and radishes have likely all been picked, the cilantro is blooming, the lettuce has bolted, and the spinach is long gone. Don’t let those gaps sit empty; they’ll only fill up with weeds! To get the most from your garden, break out the seeds and pop in a few wherever you find an open spot.
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Cutting Flowers
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See 10 tips on how to cut flowers for a vase—whether you have your own cutting garden or picked up flowers from the market. These are easy tricks to extend the lives of your flower bouquets or cut flower arrangements. In the garden, remember that cutting encourages more blooms for many flowers!
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The Summer Triangle
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Welcome to the Night Sky Map for July 2020! This month, we talk about the three “stars of summer,” which make up the Summer Triangle: Vega, Altair, and Deneb! Plus, learn why looks can be deceiving…
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