Foxglove, solar eclipse tomorrow, thinning fruit

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View in Browser | Almanac.com | Get a Copy Who was born on this day? What happened today in history? Click to find out. Summer begins in 11 days Question of the Day What are earth sweats? – Answer Puzzle of the Day At evening by my whole you'll think of days gone by, and never reckon that of my second, my first is made, and by my first my second. (What’s the word? Each clue is a syllable!) – Answer 'Tis June, and all the lowland swamps Are rich with tufted reeds and ferns, And filmy with the vaporous damps That rise when twilight's crimson burns. –George Arnold (1834–65) ADVERTISEMENT Foxglove Foxglove is a stunning flower with tubular blossoms that have speckled throats. The plant creates a dramatic effect with its tall spires of flowers.   READ MORE   ADVERTISEMENT Feeling Old? Do This Once A Day And Watch What Happens Researchers have found a new at home test that you can do right now in your seat that can help predict future health and longevity. It’s a very simple test and only take a couple minutes to do. Click Here To Find Out Now >>   LEARN MORE   How to Thin Fruit Trees for a Better Harvest It may sound counterintuitive, but to get the best harvest of apples trees and other fruit trees, we actually need to remove some of the fruit – a technique known as thinning fruit. This is often done in early summer before the “June drop” when the tree naturally drops some of its burden. Here are...   WATCH VIDEO   ADVERTISEMENT Need a little Almanac wisdom every day? Taking one day at a time has never been more fun! Enjoyed by folks for more than 25 years, this full-color, page-per-day box calendar features fun facts, folklore, tips, quotes, proverbs, puzzles, and more. Pre-order now!   LEARN MORE   Night Sky Watch for June 2021 Get ready for a sunrise solar eclipse on Thursday, June 10! See details and a map of what you will see—plus, find more highlights of the June 2021 sky including the summer solstice, a full Strawberry Moon, and great planet watching   READ MORE   ADVERTISEMENT Where did people used to hang their Almanac? Have you ever wondered about the hole in the top left-hand corner of The Old Farmer’s Almanac? The holes first appeared in the late 1700s, when we made our earliest Almanacs. Readers discovered how useful the Almanac was in their daily lives and wanted it close at hand. So, it was a simple matter of taking a nail, punching a hole through the Almanac, tying a string around it, and then hanging it up in a handy spot, such as the barn or kitchen, or even the outhouse! For the last 100 years or so, we’ve been drilling the holes ourselves. Commemorate this wonderful tradition with an Ol’ Outhouse Kitchen Towel!   LEARN MORE   When Is the Next Eclipse? | Eclipse Dates for 2021 See which eclipses will be visible during 2021 across North America.   READ MORE   ADVERTISEMENT Learn full Moon meanings with the 2022 Moon Calendar! Enchanting lunar photos and folklore! This fascinating calendar features striking scenes of the Moon in the landscape, accompanied by fun facts and lore about Earth’s natural satellite, including monthly full Moon names and meanings. Pre-order now!   LEARN MORE   Over-the-Top Chocolate Peanut Butter Pie This Chocolate Peanut Butter Pie recipe is “the most delicious pie of all time,” according to our recipe tester. We think this dessert is aptly named!   READ MORE   ADVERTISEMENT Get cooking in a Magnolia Apron! Warm up the oven and throw on your apron! Enjoy your time in the kitchen this spring. This stunning kitchen apron evokes the fragrance of magnolias. Brighten up your kitchen with the Magnolia Apron!   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