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View in Browser | Almanac.com | Get a Copy Monday, March 18, 2024   The tulips make me want to paint,  Something about the way they drop  Their petals on the tabletop  And do not wilt so much as faint.  –A.E. Stallings (b. 1968) Who was born on this day? What happened today in history? Click to find out. 1 day until spring begins View the Moon Phase Calendar When is the Next Full Moon? Today is the Best Day To bake begin logging graft or pollinate Plan Ahead! See the Best Days for Every Activity. Question of the Day I have a sick bonsai tree and need help. – Answer Puzzle of the Day Why is a star like an old barn? – Answer ADVERTISEMENT The “Greatest Gardening Magazine” is Here! To quote our readers, the Almanac Garden Guide is “no ordinary magazine.” Imagine the country’s best-selling garden experts sharing their knowledge in ONE place. If you pick up ONE gardening magazine this year, treat yourself to the Garden Guide. Take a look inside—and get inspired!   LEARN MORE   Got Veggies? How and When to Transplant Seedlings If you are getting your small “starter” plants from the garden nursery, you’ll need to transplant them from their container into the soil correctly. The same goes for any seedlings that you grew yourself. It’s critical to transplant correctly so that your plants grow and thrive.    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT Brand New! Container Gardener's Handbook Perfect for brand-new and experienced gardeners alike, The Old Farmer’s Almanac Container Gardener’s Handbook promises bountiful harvests and captivatingly colorful arrangements in pots—the ultimate small-space gardens.   LEARN MORE   What Planting Zone Do I Live In? Updated USDA Plant Hardiness Map The Plant Hardiness Zone Map was improved and updated in November 2023 based on the addition of thousands more local weather stations. Look at your growing zone to understand which plants can survive your area’s climate. Did your planting zone change?     READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT Shipping Now: The 2024 Almanacs! It’s time to ship the 2024 edition of The Old Farmer’s Almanac! Can you believe it? We’re excited to bring you the newest edition of this handy yellow book. Order today!   LEARN MORE   Vernal Equinox Oddities: Lots to Learn about the First Day of Spring On this March equinox, does the Sun rise due east and set due west? Are day and night of equal duration? Some of these answers are quite contrary to common wisdom. Bob Berman brings the fun facts to celebrate the first day of spring!    READ MORE    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   LEARN MORE   Growing Edible Flowers in Your Garden Many flowers are beautiful—and also completely edible, adding color and flavor to salads, soups, pastas, drinks, and desserts.    READ MORE    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   Scalloped Potatoes With Ham Our Scalloped Potatoes With Ham recipe is a delicious twist on a classic that combines layers of creamy potatoes, savory ham, and gooey cheese.    READ MORE    ☞ If you enjoy the Daily Almanac, share with a friend ☜ 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