11 uses for Christmas trees, easiest vegetables to grow, traditional full Moon names

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View in Browser | Almanac.com | Get a Copy Thursday, January 5, 2023 Who was born on this day? What happened today in history? Click to find out. 73 days until spring begins Question of the Day Where does the word “turnpike” come from? – Answer Puzzle of the Day What is the beginning of all eternities, the end of time and space, the beginning of every end, and the end of every race? – Answer In January if the Sun appear, March and April pay full dear. –Weather folklore Today is Twelfth Night, which marks the end of the Christmas season (and the 12 days of Christmas). Read more about Twelfth Night and its many of traditions, like baking a King Cake or taking down your Christmas tree! ☞ If you enjoy the Daily Almanac share with a friend. ☜ 11 Ways to Reuse or Recycle a Christmas Tree Twelfth Night (January 5) is the traditional day on which many people take down their Christmas trees and holiday decorations. To prolong the holiday spirit and also give back to wildlife, how about putting that old Christmas tree in your backyard? Here are 11 ways …    READ MORE    4 Toxic Foods For Dogs: The One Meat You Should Never Feed your Dog 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   ADVERTISEMENT Full Moon Names for 2023 Here’s the official guide to every full Moon name of the year from The Old Farmer’s Almanac. Learn the special meaning behind the names—from January’s Wolf Moon to December’s Cold Moon.    READ MORE    Get the calendars our readers love! We’ve got a calendar for any interest or fascination, from lunar photography to everyday gardening tips. The choice is yours! You can decorate your wall or desk with the newest Almanac calendars today.    LEARN MORE   ADVERTISEMENT 10 Easiest Vegetables to Grow at Home Which vegetables are easiest to grow from seed? Growing from seed is less expensive and offers much more variety. Our list includes vegetable seeds that can be sown directly into your garden soil, but some are also suitable for starting indoors and transplanting.    READ MORE    Enjoy a bountiful harvest of gardening tips, lore, art, and more! Are you an avid gardener who doesn’t fear getting your hands dirty? The Old Farmer’s Almanac Gardening Club is for you! Join today, and you’ll receive a members-only box full of our best gardening goodies.   LEARN MORE   ADVERTISEMENT Home Remedies for Dry Hair and Skin Do you have dry hair, hands, scalp, or skin? If there’s one thing that we love, it’s making our own natural remedies and treatments. Check out these fantastic recipes that will restore and liven up your hair, face, and skin—and not break the bank.    READ MORE    Your dream garden is just a click away! The Old Farmer’s Almanac Garden Planner is online software that makes designing your garden easy.  It even emails you updates with detailed advice and planting reminders to keep you on track!   LEARN MORE   ADVERTISEMENT King Cake A King Cakes is a frosted sweet bread—a delicious cross between a coffee cake and a French pastry—with a hidden bean or tiny plastic baby baked inside. Try our editor’s King Cake recipe—and learn the story behind this tradition.    READ MORE    “Alexa, ask Farmer’s Almanac about today.” “Hey Google, ask Farmer’s Almanac about today.” THE OLD FARMER SELECTED THESE PRODUCTS FOR YOU View More Products from The Old Farmer's Store Did a friend forward you this briefing? You can sign up here. If you enjoy this newsletter, consider picking up a copy of The Old Farmer's Almanac. 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