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Inside the Poisonous Smoke Killing Wildfire Fighters at Young Ages

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Across the country, wildfire fighters work for weeks at a time in poisonous smoke.

The government says they are protected.

We tested the air at one fire to find out why they are still dying.

Across the country, wildfire fighters work for weeks at a time in poisonous smoke.

The government says they are protected.

We tested the air at one fire to find out why they are still dying.

It’s July and the Green fire is tearing through Northern California. An elite federal firefighting crew called the La Grande Hotshots has been sent to help. The 24-person crew has been working for days on the front lines, where invisible toxins hide in the thick haze.

More than 1,000 firefighters are on the fire. Several crews, including the La Grande Hotshots, are trying to contain the flames by building a trench of bare earth that will stretch from a road to a river bank. They’re doing this at night, in hopes that the cooler air will tamp down the smoke.

The crew knows that they’re risking their health.

The La Grande hotshots on assignment this summer.

La Grande Hotshots

One longtime member died last year after being diagnosed at 40 with brain cancer. A former crew leader is being treated for both leukemia and lymphoma diagnosed in his 40s. Another colleague was recently told that he has the lungs of a lifelong chain-smoker.

Wildfire fighters nationwide are getting sick and dying at young ages, The New York Times has reported. The federal government acknowledges that the job is linked to lung disease, heart damage and more than a dozen kinds of cancer.

Casey Budlong, a La Grande Hotshot, died of cancer in 2024 after fighting fires for two decades. He left behind an 8-year-old son.

Katy Budlong

But the U.S. Forest Service, which employs thousands of firefighters, has for decades ignored recommendations from its own scientists to monitor the conditions at the fire line and limit shifts when the air becomes unsafe.

To find out how harmful the air gets on an average-size wildfire, Times reporters brought sensors to the Green fire this summer. We tracked levels of some of the most lethal particles in the air, called PM2.5, which are so tiny that they can enter the bloodstream and cause lasting damage.

Readings above 225.5 micrograms per cubic meter are considered hazardous. On the fire line, levels regularly exceeded 500.

The fire began on July 1 after a lightning storm passed over the Shasta-Trinity National Forest.

By July 16, much of the area was shrouded in smoke.

Around 6 p.m., the La Grande Hotshots started their shift and set off toward the fire line.

Capt. Nick Schramm, a crew leader, assumed the air was reasonably safe. He has done this work for nearly two decades, and like most firefighters, he often has coughing fits after long shifts. But he believes that exposure to hazardous air is unavoidable.

“That’s just the harsh truth,” he said later.

As climate change makes fire seasons worse, several states have tried to shield outdoor workers from wildfire smoke, which can contain poisons like arsenic, benzene and lead. California now requires employers to monitor air quality during fires, and to provide breaks and masks when the air turns unhealthy.

But these rules don’t apply on the wildfires themselves, because state agencies and private companies successfully argued that those constraints would get in the way of fighting fires.

Until recently, federal firefighters weren’t even allowed to wear masks on the job. Masks are now provided, but they are still banned during the most arduous work, closest to the fire. The Forest Service says face coverings could cause heatstroke, though wildland firefighters in other countries regularly use masks without this problem.

As crews descended the ridge toward the fire line, the levels of toxic particles nearly doubled.

Firefighters say that during their shifts they worry more about immediate dangers — falling trees, burns, sharp tools — than about smoke exposure. As the La Grande crew hiked down the steep terrain, Lily Barnes, a squad leader, concentrated on keeping her footing.

Back home in the off-season, she sometimes wonders what the smoke is doing to her body, she said in an interview. “Maybe I’ll realize one day I shouldn’t have been doing this work.”

The handbook issued to Forest Service crews has 10 words of guidance for smoke exposure on the fire line: “If needed, rotate resources in and out of smoky areas.” The agency declined to comment for this story, but in the past has told The Times that while exposure cannot be completely eliminated, rotating crews helps limit risk.

In practice, according to interviews with hundreds of firefighters, workers feel as though they are sent into smoke and then forgotten. Over months of reporting, Times journalists never saw a boss pull a crew back because of exposure.

Even experienced supervisors can’t tell exactly how unhealthy the air is just by looking.

Chuy Elguezabal, the La Grande superintendent, says he pulls his crews out of smoke when it becomes impossible for them to work — when they cannot see or breathe, or they are overcome by headaches and coughing fits.

On the Green fire, he said, the smoke seemed like more of an inconvenience, like the 105-degree daytime heat or the poison oak that had given many of the firefighters weeping sores.

Since the 1990s, Forest Service researchers have suggested giving crews wearable air sensors, but the agency hasn’t done it. Other dangerous workplaces, like coal mines, have long been required to monitor airborne hazards.

On the Green fire, The Times used a device that weighs as much as a deck of cards and costs about $200.

Last year, firefighters wore the same devices during a small federal research project to measure their exposure. For hours, those readings stayed at 1,000 — as high as the monitors go — according to Zach Kiehl, a consultant who worked on the project.

Mr. Kiehl said that ideally, crews would be issued monitors to know when to put on masks or pull back from a smoky area. “You can pay now and prevent future cases, or pay out later when a person is losing a husband or a father,” he said.

The firefighters believe that the decision to work at night has paid off: The smoke occasionally got thick, but didn’t seem bad compared with other fires they have worked. They think the exposure was fleeting.

In fact, the monitors show, the air was never safe.

Methodology

To measure particulate concentrations at the Green fire, The Times followed U.S. Forest Service crews and carried two Atmotube PRO sensors. These portable, inexpensive monitors are the same as those the Forest Service has tested in the field.

We consulted with Dr. Aishah Shittu, an environmental health scientist, and Dr. Jim McQuaid, an atmospheric scientist, both from the University of Leeds. They are co-authors of a study showing that Atmotube Pro sensors demonstrated good performance for measuring fine particulate matter concentrations despite being a fraction of the size of reference-grade models. We also developed our approach in consultation with experts from the Interior Department and the Forest Service.

On the Green fire, the sensors recorded minute-by-minute averages of airborne particles that are 2.5 micrometers in diameter or smaller. The Times then matched these readings with time stamps and locations from a satellite-enabled GPS watch.

Generally, the harm associated with PM2.5 levels is calculated based on a 24-hour average. Here, for near-real-time monitoring on the fire line, we followed the guidance of Drs. Shittu and McQuaid by first averaging the readings from the two sensors and then calculating a 15-minute rolling average.

Using those figures, we categorized the health risks of PM2.5 exposure according to standards set by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. We used standards meant for the public because there are no federal occupational standards for wildfire smoke exposure.

After averaging, our data had a correlation coefficient of 0.98 and a mean coefficient of variation between the two sensors of 7.5 percent. The E.P.A. recommends that PM2.5 air measurements have a correlation coefficient of at least 0.7 and a mean coefficient of variation less than 30 percent. Our correlation and variance measures gave us confidence that the sensors were largely in agreement.

The 3-D base map in this article uses Google’s Photorealistic 3D Tiles, which draw from the following sources to create the tiles: Google; Airbus; Landsat / Copernicus; Data SIO, NOAA, U.S. Navy, NGA, GEBCO; IBCAO.

17 of the Most Fragrant Plants to Grow Indoors

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Learn about how to grow gardenias indoors here.

5. Hyacinth

Add a bright splash of color and a pleasant fragrance to your home with hyacinth blooms!

The bulbs can be planted in containers to create an eye-catching display when in flower.

They grow to about 10 inches in height and are easy to force to bloom indoors at the coldest times of year.

A close up of a 'Purple Sensation' hyacinth growing in a pot indoors pictured on a soft focus background.

‘Purple Sensation’ Hyacinth

Hyacinthus orientalis ‘Purple Sensation’ bulbs are available from Burpee. This gorgeous cultivar is highly fragrant.

Check out our guide to learn more about growing hyacinths.

6. Jasmine

If I had to pick a favorite for the dreamiest scent, it would be jasmine!

I’d like to highlight Arabian jasmine (Jasminum sambac) since it has a potent scent that natural perfumers and gardeners adore.

A close up horizontal image of white flowers of Arabian jasmine growing in the garden pictured on a soft focus background.A close up horizontal image of white flowers of Arabian jasmine growing in the garden pictured on a soft focus background.
Photo via Alamy.

Like the other aromatic plants mentioned already, placing jasmine near a sunny window where it will receive at least six hours of sun is optimal for growth and flowering.

Arabian jasmine can reach four to five feet in height and will require trellising for best results.

Pruning helps to keep them in check, and will encourage upright stem growth and more abundant blooms.

You can find plants in two-and-a-half-quart containers available from Cottage Farms Direct via Home Depot.

Read more about growing jasmine here.

7. Lavender

Lavender is one of the most calming scents that can be produced in an indoor garden. I like that it’s not too overpowering, like some flowers can be.

A horizontal image of a living room with a pot of lavender in bloom on a cocktail table with couches in soft focus in the background.A horizontal image of a living room with a pot of lavender in bloom on a cocktail table with couches in soft focus in the background.

Like the other aromatic herbs listed here, lavender will require a location that receives bright, direct sun.

And selecting a compact variety to grow in a container is key!

Sensational™ (Lavandula x intermedia) lavender plants live up to their name.

These are the perfect size for growing in a container, reaching about one to three feet tall and wide when mature.

Despite its compact size, the foliage is dense and the flowers are abundant, with proper care.

A square image of a metal bucket filled with 'Sensational' lavender flowers set on a wooden surface.A square image of a metal bucket filled with 'Sensational' lavender flowers set on a wooden surface.

Sensational Lavender

You can find Sensational™ lavender available at Fast Growing Trees.

Lavender benefits from deadheading after flowering. I like to cut the flowers and place them in vases in other areas of the house where I can enjoy the fresh, calming aroma.

Learn more about growing lavender here.

8. Lemon Balm

Having a lemony-scented herb like lemon balm (Melissa officinalis) nearby helps bring in the sunshine on gloomy days!

A close up horizontal image of a pot of lemon balm with two glasses and an ivy plant set on a windowsill.A close up horizontal image of a pot of lemon balm with two glasses and an ivy plant set on a windowsill.

Herbs that are in the mint family like this one are very forgiving and benefit from being picked for use. The more you cut, the bushier the plant will grow.

They do enjoy the sunlight and need to be placed in an indoor area with bright sun exposure for at least four hours a day.

This could be next to a window that receives morning sun, or a space that’s sunny in the afternoon.

This aromatic herb will grow up to 18 inches tall, and you can cultivate it from seed to harvest in about 70 to 90 days.

A close up square image of a sprig of lemon balm set on a wooden surface.A close up square image of a sprig of lemon balm set on a wooden surface.

Lemon Balm

Eden Brothers has seed packets available to get you started if you’d like to grow your own lemon balm indoors.

And don’t forget to read our lemon balm growing guide for tips.

9. Mint

This resilient herb’s scent is fresh and rejuvenating! Enjoy the fragrance and harvest some leaves for a tasty aromatic tea or to garnish a drink.

A close up horizontal image of mint growing in a small plastic tray set on a windowsill indoors.A close up horizontal image of mint growing in a small plastic tray set on a windowsill indoors.

It also makes a wonderful aromatic option to grow in an office space. Any time I need a pick-me-up, I run my fingers through the foliage and I am instantly invigorated.

Mentha plants are easy to grow indoors with adequate sunlight and water.

These plants don’t grow that tall, reaching about six to eight inches in height and spreading outward, over the sides of their containers.

Keep mint plants tidy by harvesting and enjoying the leaves.

A close up of a packet of mint seeds with text to the left of the frame and a hand-drawn illustration to the right.A close up of a packet of mint seeds with text to the left of the frame and a hand-drawn illustration to the right.

Common Mint

Heirloom common mint seeds are available from Botanical Interests.

Read more about growing mint here.

10. Nutmeg Geranium

This is one of my favorite geraniums, in terms of its scent!

The silvery-green foliage of this scented geranium (Pelargonium x fragrans) has a strong, spicy aroma that’s released when you brush up against the plant.

A close up horizontal image of nutmeg geranium in full bloom.A close up horizontal image of nutmeg geranium in full bloom.

Like other types of geraniums, they are easy to grow in containers in a spot that receives at least four hours of bright sunlight per day.

It’s best to water them just before the soil dries out.

Nutmeg geraniums can reach two to three feet tall with an equal spread. Pruning is a simple process, and they will respond with vigorous growth.

You can find more tips for growing geraniums here.

11. Oregano

The scent of oregano (Origanum vulgare) is nostalgic for me, so I enjoy having it close by.

If you feel the same way, add a plant to your indoor space. Used commonly in cooking, it makes a lovely addition to an indoor kitchen garden on a sunny windowsill.

A close up vertical image of oregano growing in a pot indoors.A close up vertical image of oregano growing in a pot indoors.

Oregano grows to about 12 inches in height with an equal spread.

These plants don’t require much water. Wait until the soil has just about dried out for the most fragrant results, with an abundance of aromatic oils produced by the foliage.

And speaking of that foliage, for all of the plants described here, you want to be careful to water the soil rather than sprinkling the foliage.

Our roundup of the best watering cans for houseplants can help you to find the perfect option for your indoor garden.

A close up square image of freshly cut oregano tied into a bunch with string, set on a wooden surface.A close up square image of freshly cut oregano tied into a bunch with string, set on a wooden surface.

Common Oregano

You can purchase common oregano seeds from Eden Brothers. Plants grown from seed mature in about 45 to 60 days.

Read our oregano growing guide for cultivation tips.

12. Paperwhite

Perhaps a bit controversial, paperwhites (Narcissus papyraceus) are a delight to some and abhorred by others, emitting a distinctive scent that many find pleasant – though others can’t stand it.

A close up horizontal image of paperwhite narcissus flowers in bloom indoors with sunlight filtering through a window.A close up horizontal image of paperwhite narcissus flowers in bloom indoors with sunlight filtering through a window.

A Narcissus relative of daffodils, if you’re one of those gardeners who loves paperwhites, they can easily be grown indoors.

Add a touch of elegance to any space with these darling, delicate blooms.

Fall Harvest Bowl (Sweetgreen-Inspired!)

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Embrace all that fall has to offer when you make this Sweetgreen-inspired harvest bowl featuring fall favorites like apples, sweet potatoes, brussels sprouts, and celery. Tossed together with a tangy balsamic vinaigrette – there’s a lot to love in these bowls!

fall harvest bowl with chickpeas, roasted vegetables, and celery

This post is sponsored by Dandy® Fresh Produce

As a dietitian and plant-based eater, I love restaurants where you can build your own salad (like Sweetgreen). The only problem is that they can really add up if I make it a habit! Luckily, you can make a similar harvest bowl at home for a fraction of the cost but still just as delicious. 

If you haven’t been adding celery to your salads or grain bowls yet, this is your sign to finally give it a try! I love the added crunch of fresh celery in these bowls; it pairs well flavor-wise with the apple and adds another texture on top of the other chewy elements. My go-to celery for these bowls (and any recipe) is Dandy® fresh-cut celery. I love it because it’s naturally sweeter, crispier, and less stringy than other brands on the grocery store shelves!

Why You’ll Love These Bowls

  • Good for You: if you’re on a mission to add more vegetables to your diet, these bowls are the perfect recipe to help you accomplish that. Noshing on one of these harvest bowls provides you with fiber, antioxidants, and plant-based protein. 
  • Meal Prep Friendly: many elements of these bowls can be meal prepped in advance and stored in the fridge until you are actually ready to assemble and eat your bowls.
  • Easy to Customize: make this recipe as written or get creative and roast up other veggies that you have on hand. You can even experiment with different dressings, grains, or toppings.

Ingredients You’ll Need for Your Harvest Bowls

Here’s a quick rundown of the main ingredients you’ll need for this easy salad recipe. See the recipe card at the bottom of the post for the specific amounts of each ingredient you’ll need. 

fall harvest bowl ingredients in bowls on a white background
  • Fall Veggies: I roasted up sweet potato and brussels sprouts for these bowls since they cook up in the same amount of time in the oven – you can just toss them onto the same tray to bake. If you’re looking for other veggies to try, here are a few other that I like in these bowls: broccoli, butternut squash, delicata squash, cauliflower
  • Wild rice: for convenience sake, I like to use the microwavable pouches of pre-cooked wild rice but you can use the dried pantry staple too, you’ll just need to account for the cooking time (that’s a great thing to cook in advance if you can!). 
  • Celery: for added crunch, chop up some Dandy® fresh-cut celery, I love the flavor combo of the celery with the apple in these bowls. 
  • Kale: you’ll use some massaged kale to be the base of your bowls. I usually pick up the curly variety but lacinato kale is great too. You can also swap it out for lettuce if you’re not a fan of kale. 
  • Chickpeas: I always keep my pantry stocked with a few cans of beans since they’re such an easy way to add protein (and fiber!) to any meal. You don’t have to use chickpeas either, you can easily swap with a different bean or lentils or tofu.
  • Balsamic Vinaigrette: to bring it all together, you’ll top your bowls with a simple balsamic vinaigrette made from olive oil, balsamic vinegar, dijon mustard, and maple syrup.

Variations

Use a Different Grain: I like using wild rice, which is what they typically use in the Sweetgreen bowls. However, you can easily substitute with another grain of your choice like quinoa, brown rice, farro, or barley.

Swap out the Dressing: I love the sweet-tangy flavor of balsamic vinaigrette, but if that’s not your thing, you can swap it out for another dressing option. Try this lemon dijon dressing or this tahini sauce.  

Try Other Toppings: you can easily substitute the feta and almonds for other cheese and nuts if you’d like. Crumbled goat cheese and parmesan are delicious options. If you don’t have almonds, you could also try walnuts, pumpkin seeds, or pistachios.

fall harvest bowl topped with celery, almonds, and chickpeas.

How to Make Vegan Harvest Bowls

  1. Roast the Veggies: Place Brussels sprouts and sweet potatoes in a bowl. Drizzle with the olive oil, sprinkle with rosemary, thyme, salt and pepper to taste and toss. Spread on a baking sheet and bake for 25-35 minutes or until browned.
  2. Make the Wild Rice: While the veggies are roasting in the oven, make the wild rice according to package directions. I usually use 1 package for 4 bowls. 
  3. Make the Dressing: Make the dressing by adding all the ingredients to a jar and shaking to combine.
  4. Assemble: In shallow bowls divide the kale, wild rice blend, sweet potatoes and Brussels sprouts, chickpeas, apples, celery, almonds and feta. Drizzle with dressing and serve.
fall harvest bowl topped with celery, feta, apples, and kale.

Meal Prep and Storage

Meal Prep: You can meal prep different elements of these bowls and store them in the fridge separately, or it is hearty enough to assemble completely and store in the fridge in meal prep containers. If you want to get a head start on making these bowls, you can roast the sweet potatoes and brussels sprouts in advance, cook the wild rice, and make the dressing. Store in the fridge for 2-3 days before combining with the rest of the salad ingredients.

Storage: once assembled, you can store this salad in the fridge in an airtight container for up to 4 days. They make a great packable lunch option!

harvest bowl topped with feta cheese, apples, and celery

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Embrace all that fall has to offer when you make this Sweetgreen-inspired harvest bowl featuring fall favorites like apples, sweet potatoes, brussels sprouts, and celery. Tossed together with a tangy balsamic vinaigrette – there’s a lot to love in these bowls!
Course Entree, Main
Cuisine Healthy, Vegan, Vegetarian/Vegan
Diet Vegan
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 5 bowls
Calories 658kcal

Ingredients

Harvest Bowls

  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 medium sweet potatoes, chopped into 1/2-inch cubes
  • 1/2 lb brussels sprouts, halved (quartered if large)
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary
  • dash salt and ground black pepper
  • 1 1/2 cups cooked wild rice
  • 5 cups kale
  • 2 apples, cored and chopped
  • 3 stalks celery, chopped
  • 2/3 cup slivered almonds
  • 2/3 cup dairy free (vegan) feta
  • 1 (15 oz) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed

For the Balsamic Vinaigrette

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 400F.
  • Place Brussels sprouts and sweet potatoes in a bowl. Drizzle with the olive oil, sprinkle with rosemary, thyme, salt and pepper to taste and toss. Spread on a baking sheet and bake for 25-35 minutes or until browned.
  • While the veggies are roasting in the oven, make the wild rice according to package directions. I usually use 1 package for 4 bowls.
  • Make the dressing by adding all of the ingredients to a jar, screwing on the lid, then shaking to combine.
  • In shallow bowls, divide the roasted sweet potatoes and Brussels sprouts, wild rice, kale, apples, celery, almonds, feta, and chickpeas. Drizzle with the balsamic vinaigrette to serve.

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Nutrition

Serving: 5g | Calories: 658kcal | Carbohydrates: 64g | Protein: 19g | Fat: 39g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 23g | Trans Fat: 0.002g | Cholesterol: 14mg | Sodium: 234mg | Potassium: 1022mg | Fiber: 14g | Sugar: 19g | Vitamin A: 15745IU | Vitamin C: 65mg | Calcium: 229mg | Iron: 5mg

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Homemade Chocolate Chip Protein Bars

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I don’t have a huge sweet tooth, but sometimes I’m in the mood for a healthy dessert. My kids especially love a delicious sweet treat. These homemade protein bars are full of chocolate flavor and creamy, salty nut butter. They’re easy to customize and perfect for a snack or even dessert!

Homemade Protein Bars

Protein is finally getting it’s time in the spotlight. I’m finding more and more high protein recipes in my Instagram feed and I love it! Unfortunately though, not all of them use clean ingredients, or they opt for protein powders with fillers that I’m not a fan of. I’ve used cottage cheese in certain high protein recipes before, but something tells me cottage cheese chocolate protein bars might not be a hit with the kids.

Instead, these use Equip Prime Protein powder. I keep several different protein powders in stock for days I need an easy protein boost. What I like about Equip is that it’s made from grass-fed beef protein. No dairy, no whey, and no plant protein (like soy or peas). While I’m certainly not against dairy or legumes, they can cause digestive issues for some people, including bloating. I’ve noticed the beef protein powder digests easier and doesn’t have a noticeable beefy taste.

Customize Your Ingredients

For the homemade protein bars in the batch pictured here, I used chocolate protein powder. Vanilla will also work, but salted caramel, mint chocolate, or iced coffee protein powder flavors would also be delicious. Equip has all of these different flavors as options.

You can also use whatever nut butter you’d like in these. I used peanut butter, but try hazelnut butter or walnut butter for a flavor twist. There are so many good options!

The recipe calls for oat flour, but you can easily make your own from rolled oats if you don’t have the flour on hand. Simply pulse some rolled oats into a fine powder in a coffee grounder or high speed blender, like a Vitamix.

And if you’re avoiding grains or oats, then try a little coconut flour instead. Start with 1 Tablespoon coconut flour and slowly increase until you get the texture you want. Coconut flour is very absorbent so be careful here.

My kids love these homemade protein bars so much that I make a triple batch whenever I make them!

Homemade Chocolate Chip Protein Bars

These delicious and chocolately protein bars can be made with any nut butter. High in healthy fats and protein for nourishing energy!

  • In a medium bowl, mix nut butter and honey until smooth.

  • Add Equip protein, oat flour, flaxseed meal, and sea salt. Stir well. It’ll look dry at first.

  • Add milk 1 tablespoon at a time, mixing until a thick, slightly sticky dough forms.

  • Fold in chocolate chips.

  • Press mixture into a parchment-lined 8×8 pan and smooth the top.

  • Chill for 30 minutes, then slice into 8 bars.

Nutrition Facts

Homemade Chocolate Chip Protein Bars

Amount Per Serving (1 bar)

Calories 295
Calories from Fat 171

% Daily Value*

Fat 19g29%

Saturated Fat 4g25%

Polyunsaturated Fat 5g

Monounsaturated Fat 9g

Cholesterol 0.04mg0%

Sodium 276mg12%

Potassium 244mg7%

Carbohydrates 22g7%

Fiber 3g13%

Sugar 13g14%

Protein 14g28%

Vitamin A 0.4IU0%

Vitamin C 0.1mg0%

Calcium 42mg4%

Iron 1mg6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

  • Store in the fridge for up to a week or freeze for longer.
  • For a firmer bar, reduce milk slightly. For softer bars, add a bit more.
  • Sprinkle it with sea salt before chilling for that salty-sweet combo.

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How to Store Your Dahlias for the Winter

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Dahlias are tender perennials, hardy only in Zones 9 to 11, so they must be dug out of the ground in cooler zones and stored over the winter. Gardeners in Zone 8 can overwinter dahlias in the ground with an added layer of mulch, but digging and storing them is a safer bet. 

When is it time to dig up dahlias from the garden?

After the first frost of the season has occurred and the temperatures have begun to drop significantly, it is important to prepare your dahlia tubers for dormancy. The first frost typically signals the end of the growing season for dahlias, causing their foliage to turn black and wilt. This is a natural indicator that the plants are transitioning into a dormant state, and it is crucial to allow them adequate time to adjust to these changes. Find your projected first frost dates here.

 

Video: Watch How to Dig, Divide, and Store Dahlia Tubers


5 Steps to Store Dahlias Correctly for Winter


Cut back the stems and foliage.

1. Cut them back to within 6 inches of the ground, and gently lift the dahlia tubers out with a spade—inserted carefully into the soil at a distance from the stems so as not to sever the tubers. To prepare your dahlias for the end of the growing season, begin by cutting the plants back to a height of approximately 6 inches above the ground. 

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2. Clean the soil off the tubers, and allow them to dry for a day. They can be left in the sun but must not be allowed to freeze. 

removing dahlia tubers from the garden

3. After drying, shorten old stems—to about an inch long—for ease of storage, and cut away any skinny, hairlike roots to minimize the risk of fungus. This will help to prevent damage from frost and will also make it easier to manage the remaining plant material. 

splitting dahlia tubers preparing dahlia tubers for storage

4. Place the roots in crates or boxes, and cover with slightly moistened sand, peat moss, or sawdust to keep them from drying out. Store in a cool but frost-free place, such as a garage or unheated basement (40°F to 50°F is ideal). 

cover dahlias with sand to store

5. Check on the tubers monthly to ensure that they aren’t rotting (too cool or wet) or shriveling (too warm or dry). If too wet, remove them from the box and allow them to dry out before repacking them in fresh material. If too dry, add a little water to the packing mix. 

 

Learn more about dahlia care:

How to Grow Dahlias, Plus the Best Varieties

Out-of-the-Ordinary Dahlias

Dahlia Pests and Diseases to Watch Out For

 

 

Figure 8 Fitness Resistance Band, Arm|Back Training Elastic Ropes – Pure Barre Workout Chest Arm and Shoulder Stretch Bands Exercise Equipment for Physical Therapy,Yoga,Pilates, Stretching

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Price: $9.99
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Product description

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Easy Pumpkin Pie Bars

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Overhead view of a batch of freshly baked Pumpkin Pie Bars cut into squares on parchment paper.The best pumpkin pie bars you could serve, this recipe is fast to make and always a hit. This sweet and spiced pumpkin dessert has the perfect ratio of crust to filling, with an oat cookie-like base, sweet pumpkin layer, and crumbly streusel-type topping. A seasonal treat that’s great for potlucks and fall baking.

VEICK Resistance Loop Exercise Bands, Elastic Workout Bands for Men Women, Set of 5 Different Resistance Levels Stretch Band for Home Fitness Stretching Strength Training Physical Therap

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