Plants to avoid at the garden center!, catmint, eggplant recipes

Your DAILY Companion From the Almanac Editors [View in Browser]( | [Almanac.com]( | [Get a Copy]( [Friday, August 11, 2023]( [From The Old Farmer's Almanac]( And hand in hand, on the edge of the sand, They danced by the light of the Moon. –Edward Lear (1812–1888) [Who was born on this day? What happened today in history? Click to find out.]( [43 days until autumn begins]( [When is the Next Full Moon?]( Question of the Day How can I get a scuff mark off my leather recliner? – [Answer]( Puzzle of the Day The Sunshine State.(Name the U.S. state!) – [Answer]( ADVERTISEMENT [Do you need a 2024 calendar? (title)]( [Do you need a 2024 calendar?]( We’ve got a calendar for any interest or fascination, from lunar photography to everyday gardening tips. The choice is yours! [LEARN MORE]( [10 Plants to Avoid at the Garden Center! (image)]( [10 Plants to Avoid at the Garden Center!]( I am always amazed when I see known invasives being sold at garden centers, online, and in catalogs. Here are 10 silent invaders you should never bring home to grow in your yard—plus, some substitute plants to grow instead. [READ MORE]( Featuring wide-open spaces and comforting places, this charming calendar features eye-catching, full-color photographs depicting the joys of country living, including breathtaking landscapes and farm animals! [Catmint (image)]( [Catmint]( Few plants are as beloved by our pollinators, or our cats, as catmint. A herbaceous perennial that needs little care, catmint will provide your garden with years of color and habitat. Learn how to plant, grow, and care for catmints. [READ MORE]( ADVERTISEMENT [Our perennial best seller for 47 years! (title)]( [Our perennial best seller for 47 years!]( Order your 2024 Old Farmer’s Almanac Gardening Calendar! This year’s design features original full-color illustrations, timely gardening advice, fun facts, quotes, and lore. [LEARN MORE]( [Hot Pepper Problems in the Garden (image)]( [Hot Pepper Problems in the Garden]( Peppers rarely have serious issues in the vegetable garden. However, this year, we had some pepper growing problems. I thought I'd share our experiences so that you may also benefit if your peppers have problems! [READ MORE]( ADVERTISEMENT [Spend a year with the Moon!  (title)]( [Spend a year with the Moon! ]( This fascinating calendar features striking scenes of the Moon above the landscape, accompanied by fun facts and lore about Earth’s natural satellite. Order today! [LEARN MORE]( [How to Cook Eggplant: 8 Eggplant Recipes (image)]( [How to Cook Eggplant: 8 Eggplant Recipes]( Eggplant is an incredibly versatile vegetable and is terrific when grilled, steamed, roasted, or fried. We’ll show you how to properly prepare eggplant (it’s not that hard!) and 8 easy eggplant recipes. [READ MORE]( ADVERTISEMENT [Order your 2024 Old Farmer s Almanac Weather Calendar! (title)]( [Order your 2024 Old Farmer's Almanac Weather Calendar!]( The 2024 Weather Calendar features stunning full-color photographs double rainbows, a fearsome tornado, rare clouds, winter wonders, and much more! [LEARN MORE]( [The Magical Crescent Moon This Week (image)]( [The Magical Crescent Moon This Week]( Seen in twilight rather than full darkness, and always low in the sky, the crescent may be the Moon’s most surreal phase. Learn more. [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]( [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](