Getting prepared for gardening, sowing seeds, winter birds

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View in Browser | Almanac.com | Get a Copy Friday, January 28, 2022 Who was born on this day? What happened today in history? Click to find out. 50 days until spring begins Question of the Day Can I substitute another ingredient for plain yogurt in a recipe? – Answer Puzzle of the Day Name a bird whose name contains the name of another bird. – Answer Thou sing’st alone on the bare wintry bough, As if Spring with its leaves were around thee now; And its voice that was heard in the laughing rill, And the breeze as it whispered o’er meadow and hill. –Jones Very (1813–80) ADVERTISEMENT Starting Seeds Indoors: How and When to Start Seeds Learn how to start seeds indoors, when to start seeds indoors, and which vegetable seeds should be started indoors from The Old Farmer’s Almanac.    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   Give Your Garden a Head Start! What You Can Do Now Counting the days until growing season? Give your garden a head start! Get ready for spring and make the most of the natural pause of winter so that when spring arrives you can hit the ground running! Here’s what we can get on top of now.    WATCH VIDEO    ADVERTISEMENT Where can I get gardening wit and wisdom all year long? The 2022 Gardening Calendar offers friendly reminders on when to start perusing seed catalogs or planting summer-flowering bulbs, inspiring quotations from poets and public figures, growing advice on favorite plants like forsythia and rhubarb, tips on getting rid of pests, and folklore for predic   LEARN MORE   Balsamic-Glazed Roasted Vegetables For a super healthy and delicious winter recipe, roast vegetables with balsamic glaze.  It couldn’t be easier. Even folks who aren’t vegetable fans will enjoy the carmelized veggies with this sweet and savory glaze.    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT Become a better gardener! Discover our new Almanac Garden Planner features for 2022. It’s easy, fun, and free to try!   LEARN MORE   Feeding Garden Birds in Winter Birds are an essential part of the garden, helping with pest control as they snap up aphids, caterpillars, grubs, and other insect pests. But winter can be tough for our feathered friends. Give birds a tasty, nutritious treat—and see other ideas to encourage birds to keep coming back to your…    WATCH VIDEO    ADVERTISEMENT Fun activities to keep kids entertained for hours! Headed out on a road trip? Need to hop on a work call? Just passing time on a rainy day at home?   LEARN MORE   How to Winter-Sow Flowers and Which Seeds Work Best Some flowers prefer winter sowing. (Yes, in snowy winter!) Many flower varieties need an extended period of cold to germinate; this is called stratification. Learn how to winter-sow this year to jump-start a beautiful flower garden (and do it for pennies).     READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT Enjoy the change of seasons in the stunning Country Calendar! The 2022 Country Calendar is sure to bring a smile to your face with the simple joys of the country whether you’re in a city or a small town!   LEARN MORE   If you enjoy the Daily Almanac... Share with a Friend ADVERTISEMENT 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