Vegetable gardening for beginners, sour cream facial, row covers

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View in Browser | Almanac.com | Get a Copy Sunday, February 6, 2022 Who was born on this day? What happened today in history? Click to find out. 41 days until spring begins Question of the Day What does the word commonwealth mean, as in the commonwealth of Pennsylvania? – Answer Puzzle of the Day Why has the shoemaker wonderful powers of endurance? – Answer When February sun shines cold, There comes a day when in the air The wings of winter Slow unfold, And show the golden summer there. –Philip Savage (1868–99) ADVERTISEMENT Vegetable Gardening for Beginners In the Vegetable Gardening for Beginners Guide, we cover how to start a vegetable garden from scratch, which vegetables to grow, and when to plant what. This year, we’ve added a “starter” garden plan consisting of easy-to-grow vegetables, companion planting techniques, and some…    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   Sour Cream Facial: DIY Dry Skin Remedy Does your face feel dried out in wintertime? It may sound silly, but simply applying plain ol’ sour cream is an excellent remedy. The lactic acid will naturally remove dead skin to promote new skin generation and it helps retain skin moisture. You have to try it to believe it.    WATCH VIDEO    ADVERTISEMENT Get ready for cozy cold weather with your 2022 Weather Calendar! The Weather Calendar will expand your weather wisdom with fun facts like how to test ice safety, how a sunset turns red, and how day length affects fall foliage.   LEARN MORE   Oven-Baked Macaroni and Cheese This oven-baked Macaroni and Cheese recipe is a winner featured in our Readers’ Best Recipes cookbook. It’s a very smooth and creamy mac and cheese—and we loved it!    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT Are you a beginner gardener who wants to improve your yield? If so, then join us on February 24th for a live webinar hosted by Megan Cain.   LEARN MORE   Reasons to Use Row Covers Row covers not only are great for protecting your garden from frost but also they form an excellent, chemical-free barrier for excluding many insects that threaten crops. We cover almost everything in our garden at first for one reason or another. See the different types of fabric…    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT “New, useful, and entertaining matter” for 2022 in your trusted Almanac! The Old Farmer’s Almanac is the original, and longest running, guide to daily living. You can count on your new edition to deliver a comprehensive and trustworthy guide to 2022.   LEARN MORE   How to Make a Row Cover Tunnel Here’s how to make a row cover tunnel to protect crops from frost—and make it quickly, cheaply, and to a very high standard. This will allow you to extend your harvests and get even more from your garden. Here are simple instructions—and also Ben demonstrates how it’s done!    WATCH VIDEO    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   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