Blackberries, apples for health, lessons from the summer garden

Your DAILY Companion from the Almanac Editors [View in Browser]( | [Almanac.com]( | [Get a Copy]( [From The Old Farmer's Almanac]( [Wednesday, September 28, 2022]( [Who was born on this day? What happened today in history? Click to find out.]( [84 days until winter begins]( Question of the Day What should I do in the fall to care for my strawberry plants? – [Answer]( Puzzle of the Day Formed long ago, yet made today; And most employed when others sleep; What few would like to give away; And fewer still to keep. (What is being described?) – [Answer]( The beech is dipped in wine; the shower Is burnished; on the swinging flower The latest bee doth sit. The low sun stares through dust of gold. And o'er the darkened heath and wold The large ghost-moth doth flit. In every orchard Autumn stands, With apples in his golden hands. –Alexander Smith, Scottish poet (1829–67) ☞ If you enjoy the Daily Almanac [share with a friend](. ☜ ADVERTISEMENT [Just One Bite]( [Blackberries (image)]( [Blackberries]( Blackberries, like raspberries, are a very easy berry to grow. Once this native berry is ripe, get ready for an abundant harvest, picking every couple of days! Here’s how to grow and harvest blackberries in your backyard. [READ MORE]( [Heart Surgeon Begs Americans: "Stop Putting This in Your Coffee"]( Coffee is one of the healthiest things you can put in your body - unless you do this… [LEARN MORE]( ADVERTISEMENT [Heart Surgeon Begs Americans: Stop Putting This in Your Coffee (title)]( [Apples: Health Benefits and Other Uses (image)]( [Apples: Health Benefits and Other Uses]( It’s apple season again! Here are some of the numerous health benefits of apples, as well as some of their other interesting uses! [READ MORE]( [Join the most popular Almanac Club!]( Are you an avid gardener who doesn’t fear getting your hands dirty? The Old Farmer’s Almanac Gardening Club is for you! Join today, and you’ll receive a members-only box full of our best gardening goodies. [LEARN MORE]( ADVERTISEMENT [Join the most popular Almanac Club! (title)]( [A Very Hot Summer in the Garden: Little Things We Learned (image)]( [A Very Hot Summer in the Garden: Little Things We Learned]( Sometimes things just go wrong, right? It’s been a challenging summer for many gardeners thanks to record-breaking heat. But when things don’t work out (which happens to us, too!), we learn little lessons along the way. So that we don’t make the same mistakes next time, here… [WATCH VIDEO]( [Howl at the Moon!]( This fascinating calendar features striking scenes of the Moon in the landscape, accompanied by fun facts and lore about Earth’s natural satellite, including monthly full Moon names and meanings. Order your 2023 Old Farmer’s Almanac Moon Calendar today! [LEARN MORE]( ADVERTISEMENT [Howl at the Moon! (title)]( [Best Sweet Potato Recipes (image)]( [Best Sweet Potato Recipes]( Sweet potatoes are versatile, nutritious, and low in calories, making for the perfect addition to any meal. Here are some delicious sweet potato recipes, including sweet potato fries, biscuits, casseroles, and desserts! [READ MORE]( [The Perfect Companion for Every Vegetable Gardener]( 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. [LEARN MORE]( ADVERTISEMENT [The Perfect Companion for Every Vegetable Gardener (title)]( [Pumpkin Ginger Muffins (image)]( [Pumpkin Ginger Muffins]( Our Pumpkin Ginger Muffins are so flavorful, spiced with ginger, cinnamon, and cloves. If you wish, just bake a few muffins at a time! The frozen batter will keep in the freezer for up to six weeks. [READ MORE]( [Amazon Alexa]( “Alexa, ask Farmer’s Almanac about today.” [Google Home]( “Hey Google, ask Farmer’s Almanac about today.” THE OLD FARMER SELECTED THESE PRODUCTS FOR YOU [View product recommended for you]( [View product recommended for you]( [View product recommended for you]( [View product recommended for you]( [View product recommended for you]( [View product recommended for you]( [View product recommended for you]( [View product recommended for you]( [View More Products from The Old Farmer's Store]( Did a friend forward you this briefing? You can [sign up here](. If you enjoy this newsletter, consider picking up a copy of [The Old Farmer's Almanac](. Your support makes this all possible! Are you on social? Enjoy more Almanac wit & wisdom! [Facebook]( [Instagram]( [YouTube]( [Pinterest]( [Twitter]( [Visit Almanac.com]( [Shop Our Store]( You received this email because you signed for updates from The Old Farmer's Almanac. If you do not wish to receive our regular e-mail newsletter in the future, please [click here to manage preferences](. *Please do not reply to this e-mail* © Yankee Publishing Inc. An Employee-Owned Company 1121 Main Street | P.O. Box 520 | Dublin, NH 03444 [Contact Us]( [View web version](