Growing pansies, cauliflower, natural cold remedies

Seasonal advice, wit, and wisdom from your editors WEATHER ASTRONOMY GARDENING CALENDAR FOOD HOME & HEALTH KIDS STORE All heaven and earth are still—though not in sleep, But breathless, as we grow when feeling most; And silent, as we stand in thoughts too deep:— All heaven and earth are still.   –George Gordon, Lord Byron (1788–1824) Wednesday, February 17, 2021 Who was born on this day? What happened today in history? Click to find out. Spring begins in 31 days Question of the Day If rock salt lowers the temperature of the ice and keeps it from thawing when making ice cream, can it be used in a cooler to help keep the food colder longer? Also, if rock salt keeps the ice in an ice cream maker from thawing, how does it melt ice on the road? – Answer Puzzle of the Day My first is a color; my second is an agreeable exercise; my third is an article of clothing; my whole is a celebrated character. (What is the phrase? Here are clues to each word!) – Answer Planting Pansies Pansies Pansies are the colorful flowers with “faces.” A cool-weather favorite, pansies are great for both spring and fall gardens! Here’s how to plant pansies as well as keep them growing and blooming.   READ MORE   SPONSORED Shocking Report: #1 Cause of Weight Gain is Weedkiller Has your health been declining since 1996? Here’s why…   LEARN MORE   Cool-Season Cauliflower Cauliflower Cauliflower is a sun-loving, cool-season crop to grow in spring and fall. An annual plant in the Brassica family, cauliflower’s edible white flesh is extremely healthy and considered a “superfood.”   READ MORE   Register for the Beginner Gardening Webinar on Feb. 18! A true Gardening 101! Let us walk you through the basics of garden planning, from choosing the right location to selecting the best vegetable varieties for your space. Learn how to grow your best garden yet from the experts at The Old Farmer’s Almanac!    LEARN MORE   $39.99 Germinating Seeds Simple Tips to Germinate Seeds More Successfully Getting seeds to germinate properly is the most difficult aspect of planting the garden. Here are some simple tips to germinate seeds successfully.   READ MORE   What's the perfect place to store my cell phone? This delightful crossbody bag has a small front pocket adorned with a beautiful sunflower design. It also includes an adjustable strap - use it as a purse, a crossbody bag, or even a pouch! Plus, it perfectly fits your cell phone!   LEARN MORE   $34.99 Slow-Roasted Cuban Pork Rocky Mountain Cuban Pork A loyal reader created this Rocky Mountain Cuban Pork recipe for her daughter, who missed the sour orange trees in her parents’ backyard when she relocated to Colorado.   READ MORE   The 2021 Garden Guide has arrived! The Old Farmer’s Almanac Garden Guide features helpful articles on all types of gardening and landscape maintenance, including newest trends, general information, and advice from experts on best methods for growing vegetables, flowers, fruits, lawns, shrubs, and much more!   LEARN MORE   $5.99 Natural Remedies for Colds Home Remedies for Colds These home remedies for colds will help your bodies through the healing process. Tell us which natural cold remedies have worked for you!   READ MORE   This rock can tell you about the weather! When you wake up and wonder, “What is the weather like today?” This hilarious Almanac Weather Rock will have the answer! And even better: It’s made in picturesque Bethlehem, New Hampshire from local lumber!   LEARN MORE   $23.95 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 HOME & HEALTH KIDS STORE View Web Version 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. © 2021 Yankee Publishing Inc. All rights reserved.