Summer drinks, growing yarrow, freezing greens

Seasonal advice, wit, and wisdom from your editors

View in Browser | Almanac.com | Get a Copy Who was born on this day? What happened today in history? Click to find out. Autumn begins in 85 days Question of the Day Is lightning always white? – Answer Puzzle of the Day When does a caterpillar improve in morals? – Answer Oh, summer has clothed the Earth In a clock from the loom of the Sun! And a mantle, too, of the skies’ soft blue, And a belt where the rivers run. –Paul Laurence Dunbar (1872–1906) ADVERTISEMENT Summer Drink Recipes: Lemonades, Iced Teas, and Punches Thirsting for a refreshing summer drink on a hot day? Here are some deliciously cool recipes from The Old Farmer’s Almanac.   READ MORE   ADVERTISEMENT Have a boat or a cabin and need a place to go? Problem solved with an electric incinerating toilet. INCINOLET is clean, quiet, and best of all - simple!   LEARN MORE   Yarrow Yarrow (Achillea millefolium) is a native North American plant that’s popular with pollinators and practically care-free, making it perfect for borders, ground covers, and open meadows. Here’s how to grow yarrow in your garden!   READ MORE   ADVERTISEMENT The 1 Thing You Can Do At Home To Snap Back Sagging Skin Looking younger was once thought to be a luxury that only women who had access to plastic surgery and costly professional treatments could enjoy. Learn more about a game-changing discovery is finally leveling the playing field. Watch The Video.   LEARN MORE   Planning Irrigation for your Garden Supplying adequate water to plants is essential to having a successful garden.   WATCH VIDEO   ADVERTISEMENT What's a great organic fertilizer for my veggies? The Old Farmer’s Almanac Tomato & Vegetable Plant Food is an OMRI-listed granular fertilizer for robust tomatoes, vegetables, fruit, herbs, trees and shrubs! Promotes vigorous plant growth with abundant fruit and vegetable yields!   LEARN MORE   Organic Pesticides: 5 Natural Ways to Beat Bugs There is no magic bullet for keeping your garden pest-free. It involves a lot of work and diligence on your part. Some tricks I have learned over the years are ways to cope with bugs without resorting to nasty chemicals. Here are my tips, including some homemade insecticidal sprays.   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. Now shipping!   LEARN MORE   How to Freeze Spinach and Other Greens Have more greens than you can eat? Freezing spinach and hardy cooking greens is so easy—and you can enjoy them all year long in soups, quiches, smoothies, and more! Here’s how to freeze leafy greens—spinach, swiss chard, and beet greens.   READ MORE   ADVERTISEMENT Get cooking in a Gardenia Apron! Get cooking summer dishes! Enjoy your time in the kitchen this summer. This stunning kitchen apron evokes the fragrance of gardenias. Brighten up your kitchen with the Gardenia Apron!   LEARN MORE   If you enjoy the Daily Almanac... 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