Your DAILY Companion From the Almanac Editors
A blue-bell springs upon the ledge,
A lark sits singing in the hedge;
Sweet perfumes scent the balmy air,
And life is brimming everywhere.
What lark and breeze and bluebird sing,
Is Spring, Spring, Spring!
–Paul Laurence Dunbar (1872–1906) | | | Question of the Day
I often hear the expression “brinksmanship.” Does this mean diplomacy to the brink of war or sanctions? – Answer | | Puzzle of the Day
How much is a skunk worth? – Answer | | | ADVERTISEMENT Companion handbooks for all gardeners!
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Growing green beans is so easy that they are often the first vegetable children learn how to grow! All green beans are incredibly productive, even in containers. Here’s how to plant, grow, and harvest green beans, plus the upsides and downsides of bush versus pole varieties. | | | | | ADVERTISEMENT Scents of the Trail—In a Jar!
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Don’t be tempted to start planting too soon! Average spring frosts are just a rough guide. Springcasting is a way to predict and track the progress of spring across the continent—as defined by plants. See when spring “officially” makes it to your neck of the woods. | | | |  Asian-Style Green Beans
Our Asian-Style Green Beans are super flavorful! Choose young, fresh green beans that are all about the same size for this dish. Great as a side dish or even a vegetarian main course over rice. | | | | | | | | | Did a friend forward you the Almanac Daily? You can sign up here. | | | | | Enjoy more Almanac wit & wisdom! | | | | | | | You received this email because you signed up for updates from The Old Farmer's Almanac.
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