Geranium tips, Venus kisses the Moon, apple-rhubarb crunch

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View in Browser | Almanac.com | Get a Copy Monday, May 22, 2023    Sound the flute!    Now it’s mute!    Bird’s delight,    Day and night.    –William Blake (1757–1827) May 22: National Maritime Day Who was born on this day? What happened today in history? Click to find out. 30 days until summer begins When is the Next Full Moon? Question of the Day What is the quickest and easiest method to convert Celsius to Fahrenheit? – Answer Puzzle of the Day What do snowmen eat for breakfast? – Answer ☞ If you enjoy the Daily Almanac, share with a friend. ☜ Geraniums Pelargonium (aka common geraniums) are colorful summer-flowering plants that are popular for hanging baskets, pots, and also garden beds. Drought- and heat-tolerant, these tender annuals can bloom all summer from June through fall frost! See how to grow and care for pelargonium.    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT Save 50% on all 2023 Almanac Calendars! That’s right! Save 50% on all 2023 Almanac calendars during our May Day Sale. This is your last chance to get one of our popular calendars!   LEARN MORE   Night Sky for May 2023: Planets, Stars, and the Moon May brings warmer nights and one of the most picturesque scenes is Monday, the 22nd, through Tuesday, the 23rd! See Venus and Mars hovering near the crescent Moon. Here are details from longtime Almanac astronomer Bob Berman.    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT Stores easy, protects you from the sun, and on sale! This lightweight straw hat offers 50 SPF protection from the sun! It’s also water-resistant and rolls up for easy travel storage without losing its shape. SAVE $4 while supplies last!   LEARN MORE   Apple-Rhubarb Crunch Tart rhubarb and apples, sweetened and spiced and topped with oatmeal crunch, make an easy dessert. It’s something you could whip up while preparing dinner, and have ready to go in the oven!    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT Keep the bugs away! Enjoy the outdoors in peace with The Old Farmer’s Almanac All-Natural Insect Repellent! It’ll keep biting bugs at bay, using a DEET-free formula that’s family-friendly.  Simply apply to skin or clothing, and you’re ready to go!   LEARN MORE   “Alexa, ask Farmer’s Almanac about today.” “Hey Google, ask Farmer’s Almanac about today.” Shop The Old Farmer's Store 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!  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