Arbor Day, tree tips, the grand Jupiter-Venus conjunction

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View in Browser | Almanac.com | Get a Copy Friday, April 29, 2022 Who was born on this day? What happened today in history? Click to find out. 53 days until summer begins Question of the Day I’ve heard that if you cut your hair on a full Moon, your hair grows healthier and faster. Is this true? – Answer Puzzle of the Day What do frogs eat with their hamburgers? – Answer Acts of creation are ordinarily reserved for gods and poets. To plant a pine, one need only own a shovel. –Aldo Leopold (1887–1948), author of A Sand County Almanac ADVERTISEMENT Arbor Day 2022 Arbor Day occurs this year on Friday, April 29. Dedicate a tree to someone who is special to you, and check out these facts about Arbor Day and the man who founded it.    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT Tn Nursery – Spring Blooms Are on The Way! Tn Nursery is a mail-order nursery specializing in low-maintenance landscaping plants. We provide high-quality garden plants at affordable prices and grow a wide variety of plants for all zones. Our goal is to help our customers grow the best gardens possible without spending a fortune or having to leave the comfort of their homes! Fast shipping on quality perennials, wildflowers, native fern plants, and mosses.   LEARN MORE   Night Sky for April 2022 The last week of April showcases four planets and the crescent Moon! Just one hour before sunrise, watch the crescent Moon glide by Venus and Jupiter. The two bright planets meet for their grand conjunction April 30, appearing to merge into one spectacular glow! Bob Berman provides…    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT Cosmetic Surgeon: Loose Jowls? Do This At Home Every Day Droopy skin is one of the biggest signs of aging. This beauty expert has the perfect solution. Watch This Video Now!   LEARN MORE   How to Choose a Flowering Tree or Shrub It's spring and the garden centers are packed with trees and shrubs ready to be planted. If you are thinking of adding a new flowering shrub or tree to your landscape, how can you choose from the many beautiful plants that are available this time of year? Too many choices! Let's narrow the field by…    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   How to Plant a Bare-Root Tree Here are tips on how to plant a bare-root tree the right way—from digging the hole to watering the tree properly once it’s planted.    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT Need help telling your family's story? Join us on May 3rd for a live webinar hosted by our sister publication, Family Tree Magazine! You’ll learn the three key ways of sharing family history at reunions and gatherings. We’re offering Alamanc readers $10 off the registration price. Use the code SAVE10 at checkout!   LEARN MORE   Soft and Chewy Granola Bars Our Homemade Soft and Chewy Granola Bars are a delicious, high-energy snack that can easily be customized; try swapping almond butter for peanut butter or adding mini-chocolate chips or chopped raisins.    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