2021 meteor showers, make a terrarium, milkweed varieties

Seasonal advice, wit, and wisdom from your editors WEATHER ASTRONOMY GARDENING CALENDAR FOOD HOME & HEALTH KIDS STORE Twinkle, twinkle, little star, How I wonder what you are! Up above the world so high, Like a diamond in the sky. –Jane Taylor (1783–1824) Thursday, January 14, 2021 Who was born on this day? What happened today in history? Click to find out. Spring begins in 65 days Question of the Day Why do ponds and lakes freeze from the top down? – Answer Puzzle of the Day What bird is that whose name represents nothing, twice yourself, and fifty? (Hint: Think letters.) – Answer Make a Terrarium How to Make a Terrarium | Gardens Under Glass Why not try your hand at creating a terrarium? These miniature gardens under glass have been experiencing a revival—and we can see why. It’s a mini ecosystem at work. An entire forest in a jar! Learn how to make a terrarium in five steps—to bring joy all winter ...   READ MORE   SPONSORED 21 Garden Trends: 2021 Color of the Year Pantone announced their 2021 Color of the Year as two colors, Ultimate Gray and Illuminating (yellow). Get ready to celebrate Illuminating Yellow with our wide selection of yellow fruits, vegetables, annuals, perennials, and shrubs. Here are a few of our favorites to get you started.   LEARN MORE   Milkweed on the Menu! Best Milkweed Varieties for Monarch Butterflies Monarch butterfly populations have declined by a shocking 90% over the past 20 years! One thing we can do is to plant native milkweed. It not only provides nectar for the adult butterflies, but also it is the only plant they will lay their eggs on. Learn more about which milkweed varieties are best...   READ MORE   SPONSORED Top U.S. Vet Reveals: The Worst Dog Food You Can Buy Are you harming your dog by feeding them the wrong food? There are 3 dangerous ingredients that no dog should ever eat, and if you are giving them to your dog then you might be slowly harming it.   LEARN MORE   Learn to Garden: 20 Free Plans Over 20 Vegetable Garden Layout Ideas Here are over 20 FREE garden plans for you to look at and take inspiration from—including backyard gardens, square-foot gardens, raised bed gardens, kitchen gardens, flower gardens, dry gardens, and more!   READ MORE   Start the summer early with Beach Foaming Hand Soap! You don’t have to stay stuck in winter! This fragrant Foaming Hand Soap with hints of bergamot, amber and watermelon will fill your home with memories of summer vaction. This luxurious and fragrant soap with moisturizing shea butter and aloe vera makes washing your hands a delightful experience!   LEARN MORE   $14.97 All About 2021 Meteor Showers Meteor Shower Calendar 2021: When Is the Next Meteor Shower? When is the next meteor shower? Our Meteor Shower Calendar for 2021 has dates for all the principal meteor showers—plus viewing tips from The Old Farmer’s Almanac. Catch a shooting star!   READ MORE   What's the perfect place to store my cell phone? This delightful crossbody bag has a small front pocket adorned with a beautiful sunflower design. It also includes an adjustable strap - use it as a purse, a crossbody bag, or even a pouch! Plus, it perfectly fits your cell phone!   LEARN MORE   $34.99 Chicken Dinner Recipes! 10 Fun and Flavorful Chicken Recipes Chicken dishes are popular and budget-friendly—but chicken can get boring. If you are tired of making the same chicken recipes over and over, try one or all ten of these delicious options!   READ MORE   Limited time only - Daily Planners just $10! The 2021 Engagement Calendar provides plenty of space to jot down appointments, events, reminders, observations, and inspirations. Take care of your daily planning for a brighter 2021. Cheer up each day with wit, wisdom, a quote, a proverb, or a bit of folklore!   LEARN MORE   $10.00 THE OLD FARMER SELECTED THESE PRODUCTS FOR YOU QUICK CLICKS 7-Day Forecast 2-Month Forecast Moon Phase Calendar Best Days—Astrological Timetable WEATHER ASTRONOMY GARDENING CALENDAR FOOD HOME & HEALTH KIDS STORE View Web Version New to this newsletter? It’s free! Sign up here. You are receiving this e-mail message because you subscribed at our Web site: Almanac.com If you do not wish to receive our regular e-mail newsletter in the future, please click here to unsubscribe. *Please do not reply to this e-mail* Visit our Web site Help page to report corrections or inquire about your online account, products, editorial, and technical issues. For reprinting and reuse, see our Terms of Use. © 2021 Yankee Publishing Inc. All rights reserved.