Your DAILY Companion From the Almanac Editors
"The odor of the sweet pea is so offensive to flies that it will drive them out of a sick-room, though not in the slightest degree disagreeable to the patient."
–The 1899 Old Farmer's Almanac | | | Question of the Day
When a recipe calls for superfine sugar, do I really have to use it? – Answer
Puzzle of the Day
My first, if you do, you won’t hit it; my next, if you do, you won’t leave it; my whole, if you do, you won’t guess it.(What’s the word? Each clue is a syllable!) – Answer | | | ADVERTISEMENT Beautiful hand-drawn garden illustrations
Relax and pass the time on a rainy day with one of our nature-inspired puzzles! Choose from a selection that includes vintage vegetables, garden wonders, and a rainbow of birds. | |  August 2023 Weather Forecast: It's Hot, Hot, Hot
Sure, August is a hot month, but August of 2023 will be even warmer than what’s typical, along with the chance of hurricanes and tropical storms. See the long-range forecast for your area from The Old Farmer’s Almanac weather experts. | | | |  Nasturtiums
The nasturtium is a cheerful flower that does it all! This annual adds a pop of color to the garden, fights insect pests, and is even edible. Pop one in your mouth! Here’s how to grow nasturtiums. | | | | | ADVERTISEMENT The perfect book for budding minds!
The Old Farmer’s Almanac for Kids, Vol. 10 is filled with amazing animals, puzzles to ponder, cool comics, grand adventures, and awesome activities. Order today! | |  Blossom-End Rot
Blossom-end rot can be a frustrating problem that seemingly comes out of nowhere. Here are top tips for preventing blossom-end rot on your tomatoes and other garden plants. | | | |  3 Carnivorous Plants to Grow as Houseplants!
If the idea of carnivorous plants makes you immediately think of the bloodthirsty man-eater in Little Shop of Horrors, you’re not alone! Carnivorous plants (such as the Venus flytrap) dine only on insects—not humans! Here are three fun carnivorous houseplants. | | | |  10 Great Camping Recipes
Isn’t cooking on the open fire one of the best parts of camping? Here are 10 of our favorite camping recipes—from campfire meals in foil to Dutch oven recipes. Some of these recipes are great for the outdoor patio campfire, too. Go beyond the hot dog! | | | | | | | | ☞ If you enjoy the Daily Almanac, share with a friend ☜ | | | | | You received this email because you signed for updates from The Old Farmer's Almanac.
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