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View in Browser | Almanac.com | Get a Copy Thursday, May 25, 2023     When elm leaves are as big as a shilling,    Plant kidney beans, if to plant 'em you're willing;    When elm leaves are as big as a penny,    You must plant kidney beans, if you mean to have any.    –Proverb Who was born on this day? What happened today in history? Click to find out. 27 days until summer begins When is the Next Full Moon? Question of the Day How long does a cow stay in calf? And can a cow support more than one calf? If so, how many? – Answer Puzzle of the Day What do you get when you cross a cocker spaniel, a French poodle and a rooster? – Answer ☞ If you enjoy the Daily Almanac, share with a friend. ☜ Petunias Pretty petunias are one of the most popular flowers because of their exceptional blooms and long flowering period. As with most annuals, they get leggy by midsummer, so you’ll want to prune the shoots back to about half their length.    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT Keep Deer from Eating Garden Plants Don’t let deer munch on your yard and garden plants. A natural deer repellent can keep deer away from your plants. Just set out Deer Ban capsules on the ground around the plants you want to protect. There’s no messy spraying, mixing or measuring.   LEARN MORE   Corn How do we grow the sweet corn of our dreams—full, juicy, and oh-so-delicious? It’s disheartening when there are gaps left in our cobs’ kernels. Corn needs to be planted properly for optimal pollination. Here’s how to plant, grow, and harvest sweet corn in the garden.    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT Gardening tips and secrets! Only The Old Farmer’s Almanac has the experience and longevity to offer the very best tried-and-true information, tips, and advice about all things gardening and growing. Through the Vegetable Gardener’s Handbook, the secrets of growing delicious, nutritious food are being passed down to new generations of gardeners. Everyone who loves fresh vegetables should own a copy!   LEARN MORE   Total Solar Eclipse 2024: Path of Totality Across Americas! The 2024 Total Solar Eclipse will be the most watched celestial event in our lifetime, given how many millions are on or near the path. See the map of the “path of totality” across the U.S. to find out if you’re nearby.    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   “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