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Again rejoicing Nature sees Her robe assume its vernal hues; Her leafy locks wave in the breeze, All freshly steep'd in morning dews. –Robert Burns (1759–96) | | | Question of the Day Where did the expression “behind the eight ball” come from? – Answer | | Puzzle of the Day Can a leopard change his spots? – Answer | | How to Grow Mushrooms Mushrooms are fun and inexpensive to grow at home. You can grow this immune-system-boosting treat in a simple container such as a 1-gallon bucket. No gardening space or experience is required! | | | | ADVERTISEMENT FREE Total Solar Eclipse Pre-Show! We’re so excited! Join us for a fun 1-hour show on Monday, 3/25, 7 p.m. Our very own Bob Berman, veteran eclipse chaser, will help us know what to expect during the total eclipse so you can capture every moment! Sign up here: Almanac.com/Eclipse-2024 | | When Do the Seasons Start and End in 2024? When do the year’s four seasons start—winter, spring, summer, and fall? It depends on who you ask! Also, the dates of the equinoxes and solstices can change from year to year. Learn more about the four seasons (and guess which of the four seasons is the shortest!). | | | | Aries Zodiac Sign: Personality and Compatibility As the first sign in the Zodiac, Aries is represented by the Ram and meets challenges head-on! What is the personality of an Aries? With whom is Aries compatible (or challenged)? Learn all about Aries. | | | | ADVERTISEMENT Become a Container Gardening Pro! The Container Gardener’s Handbook unveils the secrets to growing delicious veggies, dazzling flowers, and lush herbs in even the tiniest spaces. Discover expert tips for container selection, soil mixes, watering, and more! | | Catmint Few plants are as beloved by our pollinators, or our cats, as catmint. A herbaceous perennial that needs little care, catmint will provide your garden with years of color and habitat. Learn how to plant, grow, and care for catmints. | | | | 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! | | Spring Risotto with Scallops and Asparagus Our delightful Spring Risotto with Scallops and Asparagus combines seasonal asparagus and buttery, tender scallops harmoniously nestled in a Parmesan-cheese risotto. For non-seafood enthusiasts, easily swap scallops with an alternative protein or earthy mushrooms. | | | | | | | ☞ 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. 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 | | | | |
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