Planting herbs in pots!, growing glads, rhubarb recipes

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View in Browser | Almanac.com | Get a Copy Wednesday, May 3, 2023 Who was born on this day? What happened today in history? Click to find out. 49 days until summer begins When is the next full moon? Question of the Day How did the name chicken pox come to be? – Answer Puzzle of the Day What did Cinderella say when her photographs didn’t arrive? – Answer   New flowery scents strewed everywhere,  New sunshine poured in largesse fair,  "We shall be happy now," we say.  A voice just trembles through the air,  And whispers, "May."    –Sarah C. Woolsey (1835–1905) ☞ If you enjoy the Daily Almanac, share with a friend. ☜ How to Plant Herbs in Pots: Which Herbs Go Together Learn how to plant herbs in pots! We’ll tell you which herbs grow well together in the same pot—plus, how to care for your herb container.    WATCH VIDEO    ADVERTISEMENT Try our Garden Planner for FREE! The Old Farmer’s Almanac Garden Planner is an easy-to-use online program that helps you plan your garden! Whether you want to create a backyard garden for vegetables, a kitchen garden for herbs, or a beautiful flower garden, Garden Planner will help you create the best layout for your space—plus provide all your sowing and planting dates!   LEARN MORE   Gladiolus The gladiolus is a classic perennial known for its tall flower spikes and large, colorful blooms! A great cutting flower, the gladiolus looks spectacular in summer bouquets. Here’s how to grow gladioli in your garden.    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT Are you are veggie or flower gardener? We have two great books to get your garden on the right path for 2023. Order yourself a copy of The Vegetable Gardener’s Handbook or The Flower Gardener’s Handbook! They’re filled to the brim with gardening wisdom, covering sowing, growing, and harvesting.    LEARN MORE   Favorite Rhubarb Recipes Ready for rhubarb recipes? In pioneer days, rhubarb was literally called the “pie plant” (for obvious reasons). The tart flavor bakes nicely into pies, crumbles, bread, and cake, and also adds a tangy flavor to savory dishes. You can also try making a rhubarb julep!    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT Our May Day Sale is Here! Save 50% on all of our 2023 products for the entire month. This is your last chance to order any of our 2023 products!   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