Build a cold frame, beets, maple syrup season

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View in Browser | Almanac.com | Get a Copy Thursday, March 3, 2022 Who was born on this day? What happened today in history? Click to find out. 16 days until spring begins Question of the Day Why is it that wind makes a “whistling” noise as it blows “through” the windows when it is very cold outside, but it makes no sound when it is warm? – Answer Puzzle of the Day What is the difference between a professor and a mosquito? – Answer March hack ham comes in like a lion, goes out like a lamb. –Proverb ADVERTISEMENT How to Build a Cold Frame Cold frames let you extend the growing season by sheltering vegetables from cold weather and protecting them from frost. We’ll show you how to make a cold frame and use it to protect your plants this season. See if cold frames are something you can use in your garden!    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT Don't let your plants become a deer buffet Plantskydd Animal Repellents offer all natural, effective plant protection for your garden, trees and shrubs. It’s proven effective against deer, rabbits and voles. Made in the USA, Plantskydd is OMRI-listed for organic use. Find it at independent garden centers across the country.   LEARN MORE   Beets A staple in our gardens, beets grow easily and you won’t have to wait long to harvest their tasty roots. You can eat their green tops, too, so they’re a dual-purpose crop! Learn all you need to know about growing beets—from planting to harvest.    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT How To: "Reset" Your Metabolism Digestion, Weight, Fatigue All Linked To 1 “Metabolic” Issue. Doctor Steven Gundry says you should try this!!!   LEARN MORE   Making Maple Syrup: Answering Common Questions Maple sugaring usually starts by the first week of March. How many maple trees does it take to make a gallon of syrup? How long does it take to fill a bucket with maple sap? What are maple syrup health benefits? Discover nature’s liquid gold!    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT Your Guide to a Flowering Future! We love to share our passion for plants and gardening at The Old Farmer’s Almanac, so we created the Flower Gardener’s Handbook. The book contains in-depth profiles of 32 popular flowers, solutions for preparing pots and plots, plant maintenance, and so much more.    LEARN MORE   Household Uses of Salt Salt certainly makes our food more flavorful, but it can also work to fix many of our unexpected challenges around the house. Here are some of our favorite household uses of salt.    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT Peony Kitchen Apron This stunning kitchen apron evokes the fragrance heirloom peonies. Look closer and you might catch a glimpse of a butterfly or hummingbird. The pattern is bright, bold, and detailed!   LEARN MORE   Make Your Own Laundry Detergent This year, I started making my own laundry detergent. It’s less irritating on my skin—and works as well as any commercial detergent for a fraction of the cost. Here’s the simple recipe.    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT 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