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oliage and football might be two things people instantly associate with fall, but there’s more to this beloved season than brightly colored leaves and action on the gridiron. Gardeners know that spring is an ideal time to plan and plant their favorite flowers and most flavorful fruits and vegetables. However, seasoned gardeners know that gardening is a year-round commitment. Pruning is one of the keys to keeping perennials coming back for years to come, and fall is an ideal time to take on this important task. Pruning perennials in the fall is not a one-size-fits-all endeavor. According to the Old Farmer’s Almanac, some perennials can be cut down after the first killing frost, while others can be left to benefit wildlife, including birds and insects. Understanding pruning and when to do it this fall can help gardeners lay a strong foundation for their gardens that will benefit them next spring.
Almanac notes that bee balm and phlox are prone to powdery mildew and should be cut back once they’re gone. Hostas harbor slug eggs, so they, too, should be pruned after a hard frost. Hosta leaves that have fallen on the ground should be removed as well. There’s no need to cut back certain perennials if they’re healthy. For example, hardy geraniums do not require pruning in the fall, and Penn State Extension notes that hardy perennials like garden mums are more likely to survive a cold winter if they’re left intact. That’s because the tops of such plants will collect leaves and snow for insulation and moisture over the course of winter. Gardeners who are unsure about fall Almanac, many herbaceous perennials have pruning can speak with their local gardening old foliage and dying stems after several hard center for additional advice regarding which frosts. If dead foliage or dying stems aren’t plants to cut back before winter. pruned, disease, slugs and other pests can take over the plants. Cutting these plants down to the When To Prune Perennials ground after several hard frosts allows the base Gardeners need not rush to prune perennials. Why Should Some Perennials of the plant to remain dormant over the winter, Diseased or infested plants can be pruned Be Pruned? but makes the plant less hospitable to disease at the first sight of disease. Gardeners can The College of Agricultural Sciences at and insects. wait until several hard frosts have occurred Pennsylvania State University notes that before they prune healthy perennials. In perennials that have become diseased or Which Perennials Should I Prune? gardening parlance, a hard frost refers to infested with insects are pruned to prevent The first step to pruning perennials is to when temperatures drop below 28 F. Several those problems from resurfacing in the spring. recognize which need to be pruned and which hard frosts kill the uppermost growth of most In addition, according to the Old Farmer’s can be left intact for the winter. The Old Farmer’s perennials, making this an ideal time to prune.
Fall Harvest Fruits And Vegetables
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ood is a big part of fall, and farms play a significant role in seasonal celebrations. Each fall, families plan apple picking excursions with their eyes on baking homemade apple pies. And while Halloween is made even more fun when carving jack-o’-lanterns, savvy celebrants know that carving sessions are not complete without some roasted pumpkin seeds. The fall harvest is a great time to indulge in some freshly picked healthy foods. While the picking season may vary depending on where you live, and specifically the climate in your region, the following are some fruits and vegetables that might be ripe for the picking this fall. • Apples: Apple-picking season typically begins in late summer and extends into fall. Many farms offer a variety of apples, which may be harvested at different times. For example, in the northeastern United States, Gala apples tend to be harvested in late summer, while Granny Smith apples may be best picked in early October. • Beets: The Spruce: Eats notes that beets may be in season in temperate climates from fall through spring. • Broccoli: Fresh broccoli makes a healthy addition to any dinner table, and
late fall picking, cabbage might be for you. The online resource Harvest to Table notes that cabbage can survive under snow without being harmed, making it an ideal late fall vegetable. Spoiled outer leaves can be pulled away after harvesting without affecting the quality of the remaining cabbage. • Peaches: People who can’t wait to whip up a peach cobbler may need to do so before fall even begins. According to Pickyourown.org, peaches can be ready for picking as early as July in the northeastern United States, and the picking season generally ends around mid-September. The season is even earlier in places like Georgia, a state known for its peaches where the picking season can begin in mid-May and extend through early August depending on Pickyourown.org notes that broccoli can the variety. • Pumpkins: Thanks in part to Halloween have a lengthy harvesting season. Early harvesting may begin in May in some decor and the popularity of pumpkin pie regions, though it’s still possible to pick fresh as a Thanksgiving dessert, pumpkins are broccoli in late October. If you want to pick synonymous with the fall harvest. And fresh broccoli, The Old Farmer’s Almanac pumpkin picking season aligns perfectly with recommends doing so in the morning when each of these holidays, typically beginning in early or mid-September and extending the buds of the head are firm and tight. • Cabbage: If you’re looking to do some deep into October.
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s summer transitions to fall, many changes take place. In addition to changing landscapes, men and women may need to adapt their health and wellness habits to ensure that they stay healthy and happy. Part of that daily regimen includes how to care for skin as the seasons change. Just as skin requires certain protection from the sun and heat in the summer, skin has special needs in the fall and winter. Fall and winter are often characterized by cold, dry weather, which can make these times of year particularly challenging for people with dry or sensitive skin. These tips can help people maintain their skin’s appearance and health. • Don’t Skip The Sunscreen. Sunscreen is not a summer-only requirement. UV rays can damage the skin any time of year, even if the rays are not as strong as during the summer. UV radiation accelerates and increases the risk of skin cancer. It also can lead to premature aging. Utilize a sunscreen with an SPF of 30 or higher every day. • Invest In A Humidifier. Dry, cold temperatures can rob the skin of essential moisture, even indoors. Dermatologists
suggest using a humidifier at home to boost the amount of moisture in the air. This can make skin more comfortable and can have other health benefits as well. • Skip Hot Showers. It can be tempting to sit under a hot stream of water to warm up. However, hot water dries out the skin by depleting its stores of natural oils, says Glacier Med Spa. Take warm showers instead and don’t stay in for longer than 15 minutes. • Limit Exfoliation. While exfoliation can remove dead skin, overdoing it can make already sensitive skin more raw. Increase the time between exfoliation treatments. Consult with a dermatologist for more advice about dealing with flaky skin. • Don’t Forget Your Lips. Using a thicker moisturizer on the body and face can help add and retain moisture, but pay attention to your lips and eyes as well. Something as simple as petroleum jelly on the lips can help prevent chapping. Invest in a quality eye cream to help the delicate skin around the eyes as well. Modifications must be made to skincare routines in anticipation of seasonal weather changes.
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illions of people each year look forward to the magnificent colors on display in autumn. Fall offers irreplaceable views, whether you’re atop a mountain ridge or thick in the folds of a forest. In addition, the crackle of leaves underfoot and the earthy smell of the soil tempts the senses even more. Some advance planning can help make fall foliage trips that much more enjoyable and awe-inspiring. Peak Viewing Times Areas of the northern-most latitude will start to show color earlier than more southern areas. Generally speaking, the leaf-viewing season begins in late September and runs through early November for much of North America. Peak times for viewing depend on areas of travel and time of year. For large swaths of Canada and the United States, plan trips for late-September to mid-October. The Weather Channel offers maps and charts at www.weather.com/maps/fall-foliage for the peak times for many areas of the U.S. Pick Your Destination Anywhere with deciduous trees provides the opportunity to witness blazing autumn
Pack The Right Gear While most people are not without a smartphone that can capture amazing highresolution imagery, serious leaf photographers may want to take out their prized camera equipment for leaf-peeping excursions. Also bring along a map or a GPS-enabled device so you can explore back roads and areas off the beaten path more readily. There are plenty of apps that can help with foliage-finding adventures, so a phone is a handy tool. When packing, also bring along hiking boots, comfortable layered clothing and any equipment you’d normally take for color. During leaf-peeping season, travelers an afternoon in the great outdoors. can go coast to coast and see awesome Another idea is to hit the ATM machine vistas. Some regions are particularly known prior to the visit. Many smaller towns and for their leaf displays. New York’s Catskill their local shops may not take credit cards, and Adirondack regions are prime spots for so it’s best to have cash on hand for food and visitors in the autumn. Those who live further souvenirs. north will find that leaves in Vermont are such an attraction that routes are published Extend The Day indicating where to enjoy the best views. Make leaf-peeping part of a larger series Further south, Central and Eastern Virginia of events for the day. Scope out vineyards peak in late October. And don’t forget the where you can sample local wines or plan shores of the Great Lakes, which are awash in trips around orchards, where you can come reds, oranges and yellows by mid-September. home with beautiful photos as well as freshThe travel resource Frommer’s offers more picked apples and pumpkins. You may find leaf-peeping locales to visit. a county fair or street festival while exploring.
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A Family-Friendly Winery On The 1 Visit East End Of Long Island • Bedell Cellars in Cutchogue • Harbes Family Farm and Vineyard in Mattituck • Jamesport Vineyards in Jamesport • Pugliese Vineyards in Cutchogue • Pindar Vineyards in Peconic
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3 Take The Ferry To Bridgeport, Connecticut Head to Port Jefferson and take the ferry to Bridgeport! The short boat ride is enjoyable and memorable. Once you arrive at Bridgeport head to the Beardsley Zoo, just four miles north of the ferry terminal! This zoo is open daily from 9AM-4PM.
4 Drive To Sugar Loaf, New York
When visiting Sugar Loaf you'll find plenty to do; there is gift shops, pottery, art and photography studios, and of course beautiful surroundings. It is known as an arts and crafts village and it is worth seeing! When you're done walking around, stop at one of their fine restaurants for a great meal before you head back home.
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7 Take The Ferry To Shelter Island
Nestled between the North and South Forks of Long Island is the 27-square-mile island called Shelter Island. Here you will find family-friendly activities, beautiful wildlife and unique places to eat. Visit Sylvester Manor Educational Farm and pick up fresh produce and see animals! Don't forget to enjoy the ride there and back!
8 Go To The Long Island Children's Museum Located in Garden City, the Long Island Children's Museum offers year-round hands-on exhibits for children. They also have live theatre, early childhood programs and daily activities. Members enjoy free admission, however children under one year get in for free too! Visit this museum with your whole family and enjoy all it has to offer.
9 Visit Stony Brook Village Center
This stunning part of Long Island is a must see! There are tons of shops, restaurants, services and even a salon and spa! Nearby is The Jazz Loft, Stony Brook Harbor Kayak & Paddleboard Rentals (open May-November) and much more. There is a lot around for the whole family to enjoy!
10 Get Out And View Some Fall Foliage •Sands Point Preserve in Sands Point •Avalon Park and Preserve in Stony Brook •Laurel Lake Park and Preserve in Laurel •Bethpage State Park in Farmingdale •Caumsett State Historic Park Preserve in Huntington •Quogue Wildlife Refuge in Quogue
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ach September, the Northern Hemisphere experiences the autumnal equinox, which marks the official beginning of fall. In the Southern Hemisphere, spring is arriving at this time. Each year there are two equinoxes, the vernal and the autumnal (March and September, respectively). Shortly after the autumnal equinox, days begin getting shorter and the nights get longer. The autumnal equinox always occurs between September 21 and September 24. In 2021, the autumnal equinox takes place on September 22. The word equinox is from the Latin “aequi,” meaning “equal,” and “nox” or “night.” That means that during each equinox the hours of day and night are nearly equal in length across the planet. During the equinox, the part of the Earth that is closest to the sun is the equator, explains History.com. That helps make night and day equal in length. According to the Farmer’s Almanac, the Autumnal Equinox on September 22, 2021, arrives at 3:21 p.m. EDT, 2:21 p.m. CDT, 1:21 p.m. MDT, and 12:21 p.m. PDT.
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any components combine to define a home’s interior. Some homeowners may be partial to certain styles, such as ultra modern or farmhouse, while others may opt for a more traditional look that cannot necessarily be categorized as one style or another. Though many homeowners may spend considerable time and devote a lot of energy to making their home embody a certain style, those who aren’t willing to commit to a particular look can lean on one component to make a stylish statement all their own: paint. Color can be a part of every homeowner’s design arsenal. Bold colors can be used to create a stunning accent wall, while homes with open concepts often utilize color to define rooms. Homeowners who want to revitalize their home interiors can do so with paint, and this approach doesn’t require homeowners to commit to a whole new design style. Though paint may seem simple to novices, homeowners who have painted home interiors in the past recognize how complicated the process of picking paint can be. Paint retailers have a seemingly endless swatch of paint colors to choose from, and before long homeowners heads may be spinning as they try to narrow down their options. The following tips can help homeowners pick the perfect
paint for their home interiors. • Take Stock, And Photographs, Of Your Current Furnishings. Many interior designers rely on a simple technique when recommending color schemes to their clients. Choose a standout color from existing furnishings, such as the dominant color from a patterned decorative pillow or piece of furniture, and then look for the same shade to paint the walls. A photograph of the item can be handy when visiting the paint store.
• Lighten Colors As You Go Up. The home renovation and design experts at HGTV recommend picking darker color values for the floor, medium color values for the walls and light values for the ceiling. This approach mimics the look of the great outdoors, where the ground tends to be darker than the trees, and the trees are darker than the blue sky. • Utilize Paint To Create The Vibe You Want. The home renovation experts at This Old House note that colors evoke an emotional response. Cool colors like blue and green give off a relaxing vibe, which makes them ideal for bedrooms and bathrooms. Red is an intense color that can up the energy ante in any room, which can make it an option for homeowners who want to spark debate around their dinner tables. • Give Personal Preference Its Place At The Table. Though interior designers may have years of experience picking paint colors for a home and researchers may have determined how certain colors can be utilized to create a desired ambiance in a given room, ultimately homeowners are the ones who will be living in the home. So it’s important that homeowners pick colors they like for their home interiors.
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ertain tasks become necessary once autumn arrives. Whereas spring and summer were spent tending gardens and maintaining a yard prime for entertaining, autumn is about preparing properties to survive the winter. Just as with other jobs around the house and yard, fall clean-up can be done in a manner that is respectful to the environment. Leave Plant Stalks And Leaves It is tempting to want to cut back perennials and other greenery so a property looks neat, but as flowers and plants dry and drop to the ground, they help insulate the roots from the cold. They also provide a natural habitat and serve as a winter food source for birds and small animals. Rake Leaves Sensibly
Power blowers and mulchers make fast work of leaves, but at the expense of the environment. Gaspowered devices discharge fuel exhaust into the air, contributing to greenhouse gas emissions. Instead, reap the benefits of peace and quiet as well as exercise from manual raking. While raking, do not feel the need to remove every leaf. A certain amount of organic matter can be beneficial to the soil and even insulate the lawn somewhat. A leftover leaf here or there also may provide protection for insects and small animals. For example, many native bees spend the winter in tunnels in the ground, cracks in mortar, holes in dead
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wood, or within hollow stems, and they need lawn and garden litter to survive. Compost Is A Friend Spread a thin layer of compost on the lawn and in garden beds. Compost prevents weed growth, insulates and protects the soil and provides nutrients that will be needed once the spring busy season begins. By using compost, homeowners can reduce dependence on chemical fertilizers and weed killers.
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When selecting the best spaces in your home for different types of plants, it’s important to consider light, humidity and maintenance required, as well as what benefits
From bathrooms to bedrooms to offices, you can make the rooms of your home healthier and more more inviting by becoming a plant parent. (StatePoint)
Check For Drafts And Leaks Fall is an ideal time to check windows and doors for cracks where water, air or insects can enter. Seal up holes and cracks, and ensure there are no drafty areas. Drafts can cause home heating and cooling systems to work harder, expending more energy than necessary. Collect And Harvest Be sure to gather any useable garden vegetables and fruits and prepare them for storage if they cannot be consumed in the next few days. Canning is a timehonored preservation method. Herbs and seeds can be dried and saved for use later on. Vacuum seal fresh basil and parsley. Take Inventory Look at which items in the yard have seen better days and prepare to recycle or reuse them in different ways. Faded plastic planters can be used as impromptu bird baths in a garden. An old tire can be mulched and turned into soft material to put around a playset. Inquire as to the proper way to recycle plastic lawn chairs that may be broken. Autumn yard work should be performed in as eco-friendly a fashion as possible.
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alloween isn't complete without jack-o'-lanterns, and jack-o'-lanterns can't be made without pumpkins. Plenty of people are familiar with pumpkins thanks to their connection to Halloween and, of course, pumpkin pie, but few may know some of the more interesting aspects of this Halloween staple. Indigenous to the western hemisphere, pumpkins have been grown in North America for 5,000 years, but while they might be indigenous to the west, pumpkins can be grown in the eastern hemisphere as well. According to contributors to the online pumpkin resource Pumpkin Nook, pumpkins are more popular in southern China than northern China. History.com notes that pumpkin seeds do not have a long planting season. Ideally, seeds should be planted between the last week of May and the middle of June. That gives pumpkin lovers precious little time do their planting. Once seeds are planted, pumpkin lovers must wait somewhere between 90 and 120 days for the pumpkins to grow. That makes October a great and popular time to do some picking. Pumpkin weighoffs have become popular events in many communities. At such events, growers of giant pumpkins bring
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