Coreopsis, feeding chickens, growing dill

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View in Browser | Almanac.com | Get a Copy Wednesday, April 23, 2025 When daisies pied and violets blue  And lady-smocks all silver-white  And cuckoo-buds of yellow hue  Do paint the meadows with delight,  –William Shakespeare (1564–1616) Who was born on this day? What happened today in history? Find our advice for today! 58 days until summer begins View our Moon Phase Calendar When is the Next Full Moon? Today is the Best Day To: Cut Hair to Discourage Growth Harvest Belowground Crops Make Jams or Jellies Plan ahead! See the best days for every activity. Question of the Day Do British scones always contain raisins? Where can I find a “genuine” recipe? Those I’ve tried don’t do justice to “real” scones. – Answer Puzzle of the Day Where do cows go on Saturday night? – Answer ADVERTISEMENT Neptune's Harvest Organic Fertilizers These 2 products are perfect to “veg” your plants first, to get them big and bushy, then “flower” to create more flowers, which will give you more veggies, fruit, buds, and flowers. All organic ingredients give your plants an extra boost for success! (800) 259-4769   LEARN MORE   How to Remove Grass and Create a Garden! Many readers ask us how to remove grass or clear a weedy space when preparing a new garden plot. We'll explain methods for removing grass and weeds in the spring—you can turn your lawn into a garden!    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT Most Americans Fail This Wealth Health Check...Will You? Take this 30-second quiz to find out right now…   LEARN MORE   What to Feed Chickens: From Baby Chicks To Hens Learn everything you need to know about feeding chickens for every stage of your birds’ life cycle—from hatching to adulthood. We’ll also discuss the pros and cons of different types of chicken feed.    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT Founder's Day Sale Ends Soon! Time’s almost up! Celebrate 1792 and the birth of The Old Farmer’s Almanac with 17.92% off sitewide* before the clock runs out.   LEARN MORE   How to Grow Coreopsis: The Complete Coreopsis Flower Guide The coreopsis flower (tickseed) is a long-blooming perennial that flowers from early summer until fall frost. Planted in fall or spring, this deer-resistant native is beloved by bees and butterflies.    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT Grow Green Anywhere! Create a garden oasis in any space! Our container gardening collection lets you grow lush greenery and beautiful blooms—no yard required!   LEARN MORE   How to Grow Dill Plants: The Complete Guide With its feathery green leaves, fragrant dill is commonly used in pickling, soups, dressings, and potato dishes. As its name suggests, dill “weed” is easy to grow! It’s also a great companion plant to deter pests. Here’s how to plant, grow, and harvest dill.     READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT A gardening multi-tool like no other! The Hori Hori Knife is a staff favorite at the Almanac. Use it to sow seeds, weed, cut brush, and harvest vegetables!   LEARN MORE   Lemon Oatmeal Sugar Cookies These delicate, thin, crispy Lemon Oatmeal Sugar Cookies are bursting with fresh citrus flavor. Sugar cookies are always a favorite and the addition of lemon raises them to a higher (and tastier) level. The oatmeal is an unusual twist, but it really works.    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT Share Your Thoughts & Help Shape the Almanac! ☞ If you enjoy the Daily Almanac, share with a friend ☜ Shop The Old Farmer's Store Enjoy more Almanac wit & wisdom! Receiving too much email? Switch to weekly! You received this email because you signed up for updates from The Old Farmer's Almanac. If you do not wish to receive our regular email newsletter in the future, please manage your preferences. Please do not reply to this email. Contact Us © 2025 Yankee Publishing Inc. An Employee-Owned Company 1121 Main Street | P.O. Box 520 | Dublin, NH 03444 View web version