Strawberry runners, applying fertilizer, how insects predict weather

View Web Version WEATHER ASTRONOMY GARDENING CALENDAR FOOD ADVICE STORE May changes moods just like a baby: Someone should have named it "Maybe." –The Old Farmer's Almanac, 1996 Wednesday, May 13, 2020 See births, deaths, and events in history. Summer begins in 38 days Question of the Day What was the first movie former president Ronald Reagan appeared in? – Answer Puzzle of the Day What�s the word? Each clue is a syllable! My first is quality; My second, inferiority; My whole, superiority. – Answer Strawberries From Runners How to Grow Strawberries From Runners Ah, the juiciness and aroma of home-grown strawberries is beyond compare. Notice how the plants send out runners over the soil surface?  We can use these to quickly raise new plants for an even bigger harvest! Read our article (with video demo) for steps on growing new strawberry plants from runners.   WATCH VIDEO   SPONSORED Texture is Tops! Color and shape play an important role in garden design, but we often forget how texture can add interest and impact to any space - large or small. Learn how you can introduce texture to your garden from these 10 how-to photos.   LEARN MORE   How to Apply Fertilizer How to Apply Fertilizers to Your Garden We apply fertilizer to make our plants grow better. But when do we apply fertilizer? And how do we apply fertilizer to the garden? In one page, we'll cover the basics of using fertilizer in your garden.   READ MORE   SPONSORED Randy Jackson: "This Drink Is Like A Powerwash For Your Gut"   "Former Idol star was suffering from digestive discomfort, fatigue, and more serious health issues. That has all changed…He lost weight, feels great, and it was all without some crazy diet or strenuous exercise program. Watch how he did it here >>   LEARN MORE   Can Insects Predict Weather? How Insects Predict the Weather Next time you see an insect, spider, or other "creepy-crawly," check out what it's doing! It could let you know something about the upcoming weather. Check out our weather proverbs and folklore about insects and other creatures.   READ MORE   The Old Farmer's Almanac for Kids, Volume 8 Stuck at home? Keep youngsters entertained for hours with fun facts, fascinating stories, and educational activities!   LEARN MORE   $9.95 Moist Rhubarb Cake Rhubarb Coffee Cake What better way to start the morning than with a steaming mug of coffee and a generous piece of tangy rhubarb coffee cake with cinnamon-sugar topping?   READ MORE   Vern Ader's Weed Spinner Finally, it's fun and easy to weed!  What's more, dandelions don't stand a chance! The Weed Spinner is an innovative drill-driven weed removal bit that spins out weeds and their roots in one whirling motion.The action is fast and the result is very satisfying! What's more, there's no kneeling, bending, or getting your hands dirty.   LEARN MORE   $16.99 Raising Ducks for Eggs Raising Ducks for Eggs Ever thought about raising ducks for eggs in your backyard? Why raise ducks instead of (or, in addition to) chickens? Here are some reasons to consider.   READ MORE   Lemon Basil Kitchen Apron Bright and bold!   LEARN MORE   $24.99 THE OLD FARMER SELECTED THESE PRODUCTS FOR YOU QUICK CLICKS 7-Day Forecast 2-Month Forecast Moon Phase Calendar Best Days—Astrological Timetable WEATHER ASTRONOMY GARDENING CALENDAR FOOD ADVICE STORE New to this newsletter? It’s free! Sign up here. You are receiving this e-mail message because you subscribed at our Web site: Almanac.com If you do not wish to receive our regular e-mail newsletter in the future, please click here to unsubscribe. *Please do not reply to this e-mail* Visit our Web site Help page to report corrections or inquire about your online account, products, editorial, and technical issues. For reprinting and reuse, see our Terms of Use. © 2020 Yankee Publishing Inc. All rights reserved.