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View in Browser | Almanac.com | Get a Copy Tuesday, April 5, 2022 Who was born on this day? What happened today in history? Click to find out. 77 days until summer begins Question of the Day I live in the Midwest and am interested in planting day lilies. What time of year should I plant them? – Answer Puzzle of the Day Why did the chicken cross the gymnasium floor? – Answer I watched the dawn come, Watched the spring dawn come. And the red sun shouldered his way up Through the grey, through the blue, Through the lilac mists. –Angelina Weld Grimké (1880–1958) ADVERTISEMENT How to Build a Chicken Run Having a safe place outdoors for chickens to spend their days will keep them happy and healthy. Although most predators hunt by night, there are daytime threats to a backyard flock, including dogs, foxes, hawks, and eagles. Building a chicken run is a good way to keep your chickens secure and…    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT Choosing The Right Vine For The Right Space Choosing the correct location by understanding how vines attach to their support is critical for your vine to grow healthy and produce beautiful flowers. Jung Seed’s Garden Blog helps you figure out what vine might be right for you.   LEARN MORE   Italian Easter Bread With Dyed Eggs This is an Easter bread worth baking! With its pretty dyed eggs tucked inside,  Italian Easter Bread is not only delicious but also makes a beautiful edible centerpiece!      READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT The Almanac SPRING YARD CLEANUP Checklist! It’s cleanup season now! Tackle a little lawn & garden work this week to get ready for the growth spurt to come. From 1. Pruning dead branches to 2. Trimming shrubs, see what’s included in our spring yard cleanup checklist …   LEARN MORE   12 Natural Ways to Get Rid of Garden Weeds By getting rid of weeds (unwanted plants) springing up in your garden in their first few weeks of life, you will stop weeds from removing vital nutrients from the soil. Here are 12 natural techniques that not only get rid of weeds but also save you lots of time over the season!    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT Slim & Healthy After 60: All It Takes is 1 Small Change Former Idol star was suffering from digestive discomfort, fatigue, and more serious health issues. That has all changed…He lost weight, feels great, and it was all without some crazy diet or strenuous exercise program. Watch how he did it here >>   LEARN MORE   Growing Daylilies and Daylily Propagation The daylily really is the perfect perennial—easy to grow, virtually disease- and pest-free, and able to survive drought, shade, and poor soil. Learn more about growing daylilies as well as how to easily propagate them for more plants!    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT Art or Spoon? You decide. Can a spoon be as decorative as it is practical? We think so if you’re using the Marrakesh Notched Spoon. It features bright bands of color that outline the wood grain, sure to add a pop of color to your kitchen.   LEARN MORE   Growing Lettuce and Salad Greens in Containers Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to grow salad greens in containers for fresh, young leaves in a matter of weeks. Lettuce is a great crop in shady corners in summer and all the way through fall—plus, container gardening works anywhere! See our article with three simple…    WATCH VIDEO    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