The Chelsea chop, when is watermelon ripe?, cooking for a crowd

Your DAILY Companion From the Almanac Editors [View in Browser]( | [Almanac.com]( | [Get a Copy]( [Tuesday, July 11, 2023]( [From The Old Farmer's Almanac]( Very good in the grass to lie And see the network 'gainst the sky, A living lace of blue and green, And boughs that let the gold between. –Katharine Tynan Hinkson (1861–1931) [Who was born on this day? What happened today in history? Click to find out.]( [74 days until autumn begins]( [When is the Next Full Moon?]( Question of the Day I’ve been using my dehumidifier a lot this summer. How should I clean it? – [Answer]( Puzzle of the Day The Mountain State.(Name the U.S. state!) – [Answer]( ADVERTISEMENT [Controlling Common Vegetable Garden Pests (title)]( [Controlling Common Vegetable Garden Pests]( Learning about common insect pests, how to identify which pests you might have, and how to manage them in your garden is key to growing healthy vegetables. Jung Seed helps you learn how to handle some of the most common garden pests. [LEARN MORE]( [How to Do the Chelsea Chop for Better Blooms (image)]( [How to Do the Chelsea Chop for Better Blooms]( What is the Chelsea chop? A new hairdo, dance craze, or fancy cut of meat? Nope, it’s just a pruning technique. By cutting back perennials in early summer, you can get better blooms, over a longer period, and stop your plants from becoming leggy! Here’s how it’s done. [READ MORE]( ADVERTISEMENT [Garden decorations that shine! (title)]( [Garden decorations that shine!]( Illuminate your garden with enchantment! Discover a stunning array of decorative lighting options at The Old Farmer’s Store. [LEARN MORE]( [How to Tell If a Watermelon Is Ripe (image)]( [How to Tell If a Watermelon Is Ripe]( Every year, I face the same dilemma: how to tell if a watermelon is ripe. Muskmelons are easy—they will slip right off the vine at the peak of perfection. However, watermelons remain firmly attached even when they are overripe. [READ MORE]( ADVERTISEMENT [Get the calendars our readers love! (title)]( [Get the calendars our readers love!]( Unleash your curiosity with our captivating 2024 calendars! Find your ideal calendar for the year ahead and get ready for 2024. [LEARN MORE]( [Poison Oak: Identification and Treatment (image)]( [Poison Oak: Identification and Treatment]( “Leaves of three, let it be!” “Hairy vine, no friend of mine!” Learn how to spot poison oak, tell the difference between poison oak and poison ivy, and treat a poison oak rash. [READ MORE]( ADVERTISEMENT [Shipping Now: The Almanac for Kids Vol. 10! (title)]( [Shipping Now: The Almanac for Kids Vol. 10!]( The Old Farmer’s Almanac for Kids, Vol. 10 is filled with amazing animals, puzzles to ponder, cool comics, grand adventures, and awesome activities. Order today! [LEARN MORE]( [The Party Planner: Cooking for a Crowd (image)]( [The Party Planner: Cooking for a Crowd]( Family reunion? Big cookout? Cooking for a crowd? If you’re planning a big meal, this handy chart can help you determine how much food you should buy—from meats to sides to condiments. [READ MORE]( ADVERTISEMENT [Get ready for the farmer s market! (title)]( [Get ready for the farmer's market!]( If you venture out to the market, make sure you’re ready with plenty of totes to carry fresh produce and goods back to the kitchen. Shop our selection of reusable totes! [LEARN MORE]( [How to Get Rid of Pantry Moths and Worms (image)]( [How to Get Rid of Pantry Moths and Worms]( You open a bag of whole wheat flour, a box of cereal, or a bag of dog food only to find little worms, moths, or even some webs. Ew! Here's how to get rid of these pantry pests. [READ MORE]( ☞ If you enjoy the Daily Almanac, [share with a friend]( ☜ [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]( [Shop The Old Farmer's Store]( [Get The Old Farmer’s Almanac Daily Update for Amazon Echo]( “Alexa, ask Farmer’s Almanac about today.” Did a friend forward you the 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](. Is Daily too much? [Switch to weekly](! *Please do not reply to this e-mail* © 2023 Yankee Publishing Inc. An Employee-Owned Company 1121 Main Street | P.O. Box 520 | Dublin, NH 03444 [Contact Us]( [View web version](