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ADVERTISEMENT | | | | I never knew the earth had so much gold— The fields run over with it, and this hill Hoary and old, Is young with buoyant blooms that flame and thrill. –Louis Untermeyer (1885–1977) | | | Question of the Day When something is done in secret or on the sly, it is said to be done “on the Q.T.” Where did this originate, and what does Q.T. mean? – Answer | | Puzzle of the Day What did they wear at the Boston Tea Party? – Answer | | All About Apples: Health Benefits and Other Uses You know what they say—an apple a day keeps the doctor away! And we’re here to tell you that there may be some truth to that. Here are some of the numerous health benefits of apples, as well as some of their other interesting uses! | | | | ADVERTISEMENT Join the most popular Almanac Club! Are you an avid gardener who doesn’t fear getting your hands dirty? The Old Farmer’s Almanac Gardening Club is for you! Join today, and you’ll receive a members-only box full of our best gardening goodies. | | 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. | | The Moon's Healing Powers Not all of the Moon’s effects on health are considered negative. Some suspect that the flow of blood responds to the gravitational tug of the Moon. | | | | 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 Rhubarb Plants: The Complete Guide What grows for ten years or more, suffers from almost no pests, and is refreshingly easy to care for? It’s rhubarb! This perennial vegetable has tart-flavored ruby or green stems used to make pies, crumbles, cakes, jams, and sauces. | | | | 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! | | | | | ☞ 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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