The winter out West!, black walnut trees, pruning roses

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View in Browser | Almanac.com | Get a Copy Tuesday, August 24, 2021 Who was born on this day? What happened today in history? Click to find out. Autumn begins in 29 days Question of the Day What is the best way to store cheese? – Answer Puzzle of the Day Q: How does a pig write home? A: With a pig pen. – Answer A wee bird piped out ‘mid the corn, A rose bloomed out beneath the thorn; But the scent of the rose and the birdling’s lay On the winds of the morning were wafted away While the drowsy world dreamed on. –Walter Everette Hawkins (1883–1940)  ADVERTISEMENT 2021-2022 Winter Weather Forecast Drum roll, please! The 2022 Old Farmer’s Almanac hits the bookshelves in one week! Until then, we’re giving readers a sneak peek each day of our 2021–2022 winter forecast! This year, we start out West! What winter weather do YOU predict?   READ MORE   ADVERTISEMENT How To Entirely Empty Your Bowels Every Morning - Top Surgeon Explains How Dr. Steven Gundry Reveals How To Defeat The War In Your Stomach. Learn More >>   LEARN MORE   Black Walnut Trees The black walnut tree (Juglans nigra) is one of North America’s most valuable and beautiful native trees, but it does have a “dark side.”  Here’s what you should know before planting a black walnut in your yard—and how to harvest and eat the tasty walnuts, too!   READ MORE   ADVERTISEMENT Your 2022 Gardening Calendar is now available! A dream of flower gardens foretells great joy. Make your dream a reality with the 2022 Gardening Calendar. Advice, folklore, and gardening secrets!   LEARN MORE   How to Prune Roses Pruning roses is not as complicated as it may seem, though it’s important to follow the right technique for the type of rose you have. Here’s how and when to prune the roses in your garden!   READ MORE   ADVERTISEMENT The classic features of an Almanac you can trust, made extra fun for kids! Get The Old Farmer’s Almanac for Kids exclusively at The Old Farmer’s Store! It includes calendars with exciting historical moments and fun facts about holidays; interesting tidbits about how astronomy affects our daily lives; fun guides for tracking and predicting the weather; wit and wisdom about your body, from your nose to your toes; and more!   LEARN MORE   Favorite Summer Salad Recipes These delicious summer salad recipes feature seasonal vegetables from the garden or market. We know that salads can get “boring” after a while—so we hope you’ll find that all of these salads provide a fresh and flavorful take!   READ MORE   ADVERTISEMENT Plan your fall garden 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   Chicken Coop Design Considerations There is no one perfect chicken coop design for a small backyard flock, but whether you are building your own coop, repurposing a garden shed or kids’ playhouse, or shopping for a pre-made structure, there are several things to look for and take into consideration when making your choice.   READ MORE   ADVERTISEMENT You can now order your 2022 Planner! Previously known as the Engagement Calendar—now in its 27th year! This popular daily planner provides plenty of space to jot down appointments, events, reminders, observations, and inspirations.   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