Growing sweet potatoes, nasturtium, blood Moon

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View in Browser | Almanac.com | Get a Copy Monday, May 24, 2021 Who was born on this day? What happened today in history? Click to find out. Summer begins in 27 days Question of the Day What is the origin of American football, and when was the first game played? – Answer Puzzle of the Day The highest state. (Abbreviation of a U.S. state) – Answer The ivy’s spring reconnaissance campaign sends red feelers out and up and down to find the sun. –Jonathan Galassi (b. 1949) ADVERTISEMENT Nasturtiums The nasturtium is a cheerful and easy-to-grow flower! Their bold blooms and edible leaves, flowers, and seedpods make them an especially fun flower for kids to plant and a favorite companion plant in the garden. Here’s how to grow your own nasturtiums!   READ MORE   ADVERTISEMENT 4 Popular Wine Grapes For Hobby Vineyards Jung Seed has chosen their favorite four wine grapes perfect for hobby vineyards. While growing grapes can be challenging, it is immensely rewarding. See what varieties you should be growing!   LEARN MORE   Sweet Potatoes Learn how to grow sweet potatoes! A root vegetable with deep orange flesh, delicious sweet potatoes are commonly grown in southern regions as they require four months of warm weather; northern regions can have success with select varieties. Here’s how to plant, care for, and harvest sweet potatoes!   READ MORE   ADVERTISEMENT Shocking Report: #1 Cause of Weight Gain is Weedkiller Has your health been declining since 1996? Here’s why…   LEARN MORE   What a Blood Moon Is—and Isn't A total eclipse of the Moon is on May 26. Some folks are calling it a “Blood Moon.” There’s boatloads of celestial hype about this phenomenon. We’ll help you separate fact from fiction.   READ MORE   ADVERTISEMENT What's the easiest way to gather my harvest? This stylish apron offers a deep, roomy gathering pocket with a thick drawstring that holds a large number of vegetables, fruits, or herbs.    LEARN MORE   Strawberry Crunch Muffins These Strawberry Crunch Muffins are simultaneously soft and crunchy, moist on the inside and crumbly on the top! They’re delicious!    READ MORE   ADVERTISEMENT Where can I find delightful kitchen towels? These dish towels make great gifts for a housewarming, as a hostess gift or for just any occasion. Or just brighten up your own kitchen with these lovely towels!   LEARN MORE   When Home Remedies Don’t Work (And May Harm) As anyone who reads this blog must know, I’m a big fan of home remedies and homemade housecleaning products made from readily available natural materials. However, “natural” remedies don’t always work and can even be harmful. Here are seven popular remedies that are not a good idea!   READ MORE   ADVERTISEMENT How can I light up my garden on summer nights? The Old Farmer’s Store offers a wide variety of solar decorations, including lanterns and garden stakes, to add some brightness to your evening garden!   LEARN MORE   If you enjoy the Almanac Companion... Share with a Friend THE OLD FARMER SELECTED THESE PRODUCTS FOR YOU View More Product from The Old Farmer's Store Did a friend forward you this briefing? You can sign up here. If you enjoy this newsletter, consider picking up a copy of The Old Farmer's Almanac. Your support makes this all possible! Are you on social? Enjoy more Almanac wit & wisdom!  Visit Almanac.com Shop Our Store You received this email because you signed for updates from The Old Farmer's Almanac. If you do not wish to receive our regular e-mail newsletter in the future, please click here to manage preferences. *Please do not reply to this e-mail* © Yankee Publishing Inc. An Employee-Owned Company 1121 Main Street | P.O. Box 520 | Dublin, NH 03444 Contact Us View web version