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Happy Earth Day from all of us at The Old Farmer's Almanac. From the cycle of nature's seasons to green things growing, we care deeply about our land, from sea to shining seas! | | | Question of the Day In a math book talking about the Fibonacci sequence, it said that often the sequence works with certain things in nature. There was a picture of a pinecone in the book. Do pinecones have anything to do with the Fibonacci sequence? – Answer | | Puzzle of the Day Where do cows go on Saturday night? – Answer | | ADVERTISEMENT Shipping Now! The 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. | | Earth Day 2024: How to Celebrate Earth Day The 54th Earth Day is Monday, April 22. So, what is Earth Day? How did it come to be? How can we celebrate Earth Day? Here are 10 ways to discover, enjoy, and respect our beautiful planet, plus a fun Earth Day Quiz! | | | | Passover 2024: When Does Passover Start? Passover 2024 begins at sundown on Monday, April 22. What does this annual holiday celebrate? Learn about Passover’s meaning and find traditional recipes, including charoset and beef brisket. | | | | ADVERTISEMENT What can't you do with a Hori Hori Knife? The Hori Hori Knife is a gardening multi-tool like no other! You can sow seeds, weed, cut brush, and harvest your vegetables with it. It’s a staff favorite at the Almanac! | | Intriguing Egg Facts and Folklore To put it simply: There is nothing quite like an egg! Eggs are surrounded by more symbolism, myths, and old wives’ tales than any other everyday food. Here are some surprising facts about eggs. | | | | ADVERTISEMENT Feed your trees and shrubs all season long The Old Farmer’s Almanac Fertilizer Spikes provide the essential nutrients trees and shrubs need to grow and thrive. Just hammer into the soil under your plant’s drip line and our spikes will feed your plants all season long. | | Drink Up! When to Water Your Vegetable Garden Like us, plants drink water to stay hydrated. But what is too little water, or too much? When is the best time to water to prevent it from evaporating away? Let’s explore the most effective ways to water your plants, along with a helpful watering chart that you may wish to keep! | | | | ADVERTISEMENT Keep the weeds out! You can protect and nourish your garden with The Old Farmer’s Almanac Weed Barrier. It’s designed to keep the weeds out while feeding your plants during the growing season. Not to mention, the paper is biodegradable so you don’t have to worry about digging it up! | | How to Grow Rose of Sharon Tons of flower power make the Rose of Sharon a very popular shrub. She may have a tropical vibe with big, showy blooms, but the Rose of Sharon is a hardy hibiscus that’s easy to grow in much colder areas. Learn how to plant, grow, and care for Rose of Sharon. | | | | | | | ☞ 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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