Companion Planting Guide, DST begins!, Pi Day

Seasonal advice, wit, and wisdom from your editors WEATHER ASTRONOMY GARDENING CALENDAR FOOD HOME & HEALTH KIDS STORE The season comes when, from her three-months' trance, The Earth awakens: already her deep heart Begins to stir, and send its life abroad. –Thomas Buchanan Read (1822–72) Saturday, March 13, 2021 Who was born on this day? What happened today in history? Click to find out. Spring begins in 7 days Question of the Day What are the ten largest cities in the United States? – Answer Puzzle of the Day The Magnolia State. (Name the U.S. state!) – Answer DST Begins This Weekend! Daylight Saving Time 2021: When Does the Time Change? Daylight Saving Time begins on Sunday, March 14, 2021, at 2:00 A.M.  On Saturday evening, our clocks need to “spring forward” one hour. See details about the history of “saving daylight” and why we still observe DST today. Plus, let us know what you think!   READ MORE   SPONSORED Best Natural Fertilizer on Earth! Chicken Soup for the Soil® is 100% toxin free and includes all the elements in the periodic table. Higher Quality Fruit and Veggies with More Color & More Flavor. Will not wash out of soil.   LEARN MORE   Make a Pie for Pi Day! Happy Pi Day 2021, My Friends! Make a pie to celebrate Pi Day on Sunday, March 14, 2021! The date 3/14 honors the never-ending number 3.14159. This is the sort of holiday only celebrated by number freaks like yours truly (and pie lovers). Let's have fun with numbers and a nice piece of π …   READ MORE   Witty dish towels make vegetables fun! These cotton-linen blend dish towels featuring all-over retro style designs and punny embroidered slogans are sure to keep you grinning in the kitchen!    LEARN MORE   $14.95 New! Companion Planting Chart Companion Planting Guide for Vegetables The Companion Planting Guide for Vegetables has been updated this year! Additional evidence reveals which vegetables, herbs and flowers should be planted together for a better harvest.  Wondering which plants should be paired with tomatoes, onions, carrots & other crops? See...   READ MORE   Light up dark hallways with handcrafted night lights! This country barn night light handcrafted in Dublin, NH is an adorable addition to hallways, bathrooms, bedrooms, or anywhere you need a little extra light! The roof features The Old Farmer's Almanac logo, reminiscent of the painted barn advertisements of the early- to mid-20th century. Enjoy the warm relaxing glow of this intricate night light!   LEARN MORE   $16.95 New Push for Permanent DST More States Moving to Keep Daylight Saving Time Permanent Last week, a group of bipartisan senators reintroduced the Sunshine Protection Act, legislation that would make Daylight Saving Time (DST) permanent across the country. This push to end the practice of clock-changing twice a year has been gaining momentum the past few years. Here's the latest news...   READ MORE   What recipes are Almanac readers raving about? Readers' Best Recipes and the Stories Behind Them brings you all the favorites served at family gatherings and supper tables, the ones that keep folks coming back for more. These exclusive recipes include Momma's Salted Caramel Shortbread Bars, Gra's Barbecue Chicken, and so many more! You'll love the heartwarming, humorous, and true stories that these cooks tell, too. Order today!   LEARN MORE   $12.95 Irish Potato Pie Recipe Irish Potato Pie This recipe, with slight adjustments, was brought over 'on the boat' by the cook's great-great-aunt in the 1800s.   READ MORE   How can writing my grocery list be a little more fun? These magnetic paper list notepads bring delightful country charm into your home! Easily take notes on these helpful notepads.   LEARN MORE   $5.99 THE OLD FARMER SELECTED THESE PRODUCTS FOR YOU QUICK CLICKS 5-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.