Growing cabbage, forcing branches, shepherd's barometer

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View in Browser | Almanac.com | Get a Copy Monday, January 31, 2022 Who was born on this day? What happened today in history? Click to find out. 47 days until spring begins Question of the Day How can I get a chocolate drink stain out of a white T-shirt? – Answer Puzzle of the Day What is it that goes when a wagon goes, stops when a wagon stops, is of no use to the wagon, and yet the wagon cannot go without it? – Answer In winter I get up at night And dress by yellow candle-light. In summer, quite the other way, I have to go to bed by day. –Robert Louis Stevenson (1850–1894) ADVERTISEMENT Cabbage Cabbage is a cool-season vegetable suited to both spring and fall. See our Cabbage Growing Guide with instructions on how to plant and grow this hardy, leafy vegetable—which is packed with vitamins!    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT Want to Feel Stronger at 60 than at 30? Top Expert Says Do This One Thing It’s a method anyone can do that takes about one or two minutes a day. And within a very short period of time, you’re going to feel stronger, and probably healthier, than you have in years.   LEARN MORE   Growing Hellebores: The Christmas Rose and the Lenten Rose The earliest plants to blossom in my garden are the snowdrops. While they are a welcome sign of spring, the hellebores really steal the show as they poke through the last of winter’s snow. Learn more about growing these perennial flowering plants, specifically the…    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   Weather Folklore: The Shepherd's Barometer Here are some ways to judge the weather, grounded on 50 years’ experience and observations by an ancient English shepherd in 1812.    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT Houseplant Care for Beginners Webinar Recording The Old Farmer’s Almanac hosts live webinars that cover a variety of topics. The webinar recordings are now available via a PDF download. You’ll have a full year of access to the recording, so feel free to watch and learn at your own pace!   LEARN MORE   Forcing Branches into Bloom Indoors Enjoy a prelude to spring! An age-old practice called “forcing branches” requires simply pruning non-essential branches of flowering trees and shrubs and putting the branches in a vase. The buds will open, filling the room with sweet blossoms of spring. See how to force branches—plus, plus a chart…    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   Lunar New Year 2022: The Year of the Tiger Lunar New Year (also known as Chinese New Year) will be celebrated on Tuesday, February 1, 2022. Why does the Lunar New Year start at a different time each year? How is this important holiday celebrated? What does the Year of the Tiger symbolize? Learn all about this holiday!    READ MORE    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   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