Build your own compost bin, astilbe, rhubarb juleps

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View in Browser | Almanac.com | Get a Copy Saturday, May 31, 2025 There are more fine days than cloudy ones in the year.  - Ovid, Roman poet (43B.C.-A.D.18) Who was born on this day? What happened today in history? Find our advice for today! 20 days until summer begins View our Moon Phase Calendar When is the Next Full Moon? Today is the Best Day To: Today is the best day to do nothing, rest up, take a nap, enjoy! Plan ahead! See the best days for every activity. Question of the Day Is a thistle the same as a nettle, and do they both sting? – Answer Puzzle of the Day Which state is the happiest of the United States? – Answer ADVERTISEMENT Scents of the Trail—In a Jar! Hand-poured in the USA, Grey Horse candles fill your home with fresh scents like trail rides, crisp apples, and pine woods.   LEARN MORE   How to Make a DIY Compost Bin: 6 Easy Steps (with Pictures) Yes, your garden scraps can become free garden gold—but first, you’ll need that compost bin! This guide shows you how to build a simple DIY compost bin with step-by-step instructions and photos, making the process easy, fun, and totally doable.    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT Storm Chaser (Backyard Edition) From afternoon sprinkles to overnight storms, a rain gauge helps you see what the skies have been up to. It’s science-y fun, no batteries required.   LEARN MORE   Baron Munchausen's Unbelievable Adventure The following account comes from a collection of “ridiculous stories” first published in 1786.    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT From Seeds to Blossoms The Flower Gardener’s Handbook profiles 32 varieties of flowering plants. Each profile covers planting, care, harvest, and recommended varieties. It’s the perfect companion for a gardener of any skill level!   LEARN MORE   Having a Vine Time with Perennial Vines A few years ago, we built a pergola. Nothing fancy, just a rugged 10x10-foot cedar frame outside the back door. It gave me four posts that could support climbing vines. There are so many perennial vines to choose from. Here are some favorites!    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT Nature’s Beau-tea in Every Towel Add a touch of wild beauty to your kitchen—practical, pretty, and perfectly charming.   LEARN MORE   How to Grow Astilbes: Fluffy Blooms for Shady Gardens Looking to add some flair to your shade garden? Meet astilbe—your new feathery friend! Let's dig into how to grow these fluffy wonders like a pro!    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT Root for the Best with Our Organic Fertilizers! 🌿 All-Purpose 🌱 Houseplants 🌼 Starter & Transplant 🍅 Tomato & Vegetable🌹 Rose & Flower🌳Tree & Shrub🪴Soil Enrichment & Minerals   LEARN MORE   Rhubarb Julep Make a refreshing rhubarb julep! In this twist on the classic drink, tart-sweet rhubarb pairs quite nicely with bourbon. It can be made without alcohol, too, for the perfect sipper all spring and summer long.    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