Presidents' Day, growing spinach, Pisces season

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View in Browser | Almanac.com | Get a Copy Monday, February 19, 2024 Crackle and blaze,  Crackle and blaze,  There's ice on the ponds; there are leaves on the ways,  But the barer each tree  The more reason have we  To joy in the summer that roars in thy blaze.  –Louisa Parsons Hopkins (1834–95) Who was born on this day? What happened today in history? Click to find out. 28 days until spring begins View the Moon Phase Calendar When is the Next Full Moon? Today is the Best Day To bake graft or pollinate Plan Ahead! See the Best Days for Every Activity. Question of the Day What region of the United States is best for raising kiwifruit? Is the Alabama climate suitable? – Answer Puzzle of the Day What is that which when thrown out, you may always catch without hands? – Answer ADVERTISEMENT 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   Presidents' Day 2024: What and When is Presidents' Day? Presidents’ Day is Monday, February 19, 2024! Did you know that the official federal holiday is called “Washington’s Birthday”? So, why do some states call it Presidents’ Day? Learn more.    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT 32 In-Depth Flower Profiles and MORE! We love to share our passion for gardening at The Old Farmer’s Almanac, so we created the Flower Gardener’s Handbook. It contains in-depth profiles of 32 popular flowers, solutions for preparing pots and plots, plant maintenance, and so much more.    LEARN MORE   Basic Blackberry Jelly (With an Elderberry Jelly Recipe, too!) Homemade blackberry jelly is the bomb! Our basic recipe is 100% blackberries—no other fruit—to ensure that unique blackberry flavor.    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT Staying organized will be a breeze! The Old Farmer’s Almanac Planner will keep you on track! Each week gets a two-page spread with plenty of space for detailing daily appointments, events, thoughts, observations, birthdays, anniversaries, weekly reminders, and inspirations.    LEARN MORE   Spinach Spinach, a super–cold-hardy leafy green, is a popular crop that thrives in fall and even winter in some areas. It can also be planted in very early spring. Learn more about planting, growing, and harvesting nutritious spinach in your home garden.    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT Do you like to plan ahead like us? The 2024 Almanac calendars are here! Find your ideal calendar for the year ahead and get ready for 2024.   LEARN MORE   A Square-Foot Garden Layout With Photos! This was Renee’s first vegetable garden. She wisely started small and used the square-foot garden method for maximum use of space. Take a look at her layout and photos!    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT The tools you need for a great harvest! The Almanac Year-Round Growing Kit contains the 2024 Gardening Calendar and 2024 Old Farmer’s Almanac. Both will provide essential information, tips, and planting tables to ensure a bountiful harvest.   LEARN MORE   Pisces Zodiac Sign: Personality and Compatibility Happy Birthday, Pisces! The Pisces astrological symbol shows two fish swimming in opposite directions, representing the duality within the Piscean nature. This zodiac sign symbolizes intuition, empathy, and adaptability.    READ MORE    ☞ If you enjoy the Daily Almanac, share with a friend ☜ Vegetable Gardener's Handbook Order Now 2024 Old Farmer's Almanac Moon Calendar Order Now Weed Barrier Paper with Fertilizer Order Now The Old Farmer's Almanac Gardening Club Order Now Shop The Old Farmer's Store Get The Old Farmer's Almanac Daily Update for Amazon Echo "Alexa, ask Farmer's Almanac about today."  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* © 2024 Yankee Publishing Inc. An Employee-Owned Company 1121 Main Street | P.O. Box 520 | Dublin, NH 03444 Contact Us View web version