Growing kale, shamrocks, deterring deer, tornado weather

Seasonal advice, wit, and wisdom from your editors WEATHER ASTRONOMY GARDENING CALENDAR FOOD HOME & HEALTH KIDS STORE The wind was a care-free soul       That broke the chains of earth,   And strode for a moment across the land     With the wild halloo of his mirth.  He little cared that he ripped up trees,       That houses fell at his hand,   That his step broke calm on the breast of seas,       That his feet stirred clouds of sand.  –Gwendolyn Bennett (1902–81) Tuesday, March 16, 2021 Who was born on this day? What happened today in history? Click to find out. Spring begins in 4 days Question of the Day How do you remove red wine stains from a linen tablecloth after machine washing? – Answer Puzzle of the Day When you speak to a lady, you'll find that this name read backward or forward is always the same. – Answer Growing Healthy Kale Kale Kale is a cold-hardy crop that can be planted in early spring or late summer. Cool weather brings out the sweet, nutty flavor of this highly nutritious leafy green. Dive into our Kale Growing Guide for information on planting, growing, and harvesting this hardworking beauty.   READ MORE   LOOKING FOR AMERICAN-MADE GIFTS? Look no more, North Country Wind Bells® has been creating quality-made wind bells in the state of Maine since 1975. With 6 collections, 67 melodies and over 100 personalizing options, you can find that perfect American-Made gift.   LEARN MORE   Most Deer-Resistant Plants Deer-Resistant Plants Oh, dear! Do you have problems with deer eating your garden plants? See our list of deer-resistant plants, flowers, and shrubs to keep the hungry herds away from your garden!   READ MORE   SPONSORED Actress Reveals the “Bathroom Trick” That Made Her Feel Years Younger When Maggie first revealed this “bathroom trick” on her website earlier this month, some were understandably skeptical. To her amazement, she says her stomach “deflated,” her mood improved, and her energy skyrocketed — all in a matter of days. Click Here For Instructions.   LEARN MORE   Shamrocks Versus Clovers Shamrocks and Four-Leaf Clovers: What's the Difference? Many of us remember hunting for that elusive “four-leaf clover” as a child, and we’ve all seen that green shamrock on St. Patrick’s Day. That brings us to today’s garden musings. Let’s talk about what a shamrock really is—and what it isn’t!   READ MORE   Dazzling garden stakes available now! Fun and fancy combine with functional to create these special garden stakes! Treat yourself to this addition to your dream garden!    LEARN MORE   $21.99-$119.99 2021 Tornado Season Safety How to Prepare for Tornadoes: Tornado Safety Tips Get ready for tornado season. Weather experts are concerned about above-normal tornado activity this year, but no matter what the prediction, it is important to start thinking about severe storms and be prepared with these tornado safety tips and facts.   READ MORE   Get your garden going with the world's #1 Garden Planner! The Old Farmer’s Almanac Garden Planner is an easy-to-use online program that helps you plan your garden! Whether you want to create a garden for vegetables, a kitchen garden for herbs, or a beautiful flower garden, our Garden Planner will help you find the best layout for your space—plus provide all your planting and harvesting dates!     LEARN MORE   $40.00 Soda Bread French Toast Irish Soda Bread French Toast This Irish Soda Bread French Toast takes the classic brunch recipe to a whole new level. It is rich and decadent and a great way to start St. Patrick’s Day!   READ MORE   What's trending for 2021 gardens? Find out in The Old Farmer’s Almanac Garden Guide! Learn more about staying on top of 2021 gardening trends like sharing your prizewinning vegetables over Instagram and creating gorgeous foliage bouquets!   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.