Hostas, auroras, dwarf veggies, best fishing days

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View in Browser | Almanac.com | Get a Copy Monday, April 4, 2022 Who was born on this day? What happened today in history? Click to find out. 78 days until summer begins Question of the Day I often hear the expression “brinksmanship.” Does this mean diplomacy to the brink of war or sanctions? – Answer Puzzle of the Day How much is a skunk worth? – Answer A blue-bell springs upon the ledge, A lark sits singing in the hedge; Sweet perfumes scent the balmy air, And life is brimming everywhere. What lark and breeze and bluebird sing, Is Spring, Spring, Spring! –Paul Laurence Dunbar (1872–1906) ADVERTISEMENT Hostas Hostas are hardy perennials that require almost no special attention and are perfect for a garden that doesn’t get too much sun. Reliable and easy to grow, hostas are long-lived—and may even outlive the gardener! Learn more about growing and caring for hostas.    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT WE HATE TRADITIONAL FERTILIZER SPIKES TOO! Are you tired of struggling with old, dusty, crumbly fertilizer spikes? The Old Farmer’s Almanac Tree & Shrub Fertilizer Spikes deliver essential nutrients directly to the roots so trees and shrubs can grow and thrive. Just hammer them in. There’s no cap required; and they won’t crush, break or smash. Available at local Walmarts and at Walmart.com.   LEARN MORE   What Are the Northern Lights? Spring is aurora season! Commonly called the “northern lights,” auroras appear as green shimmering curtains of light dancing across the night sky. Learn more about nature’s light show—and why auroras appear near the equinoxes!    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT Earth Day Essentials Giveaway The Old Farmer’s Almanac has teamed up with If You Care to give one lucky winner a basket full of products ranging from baking sheets to pie pans and everything in between. Enter to win!   LEARN MORE   Dwarf and Mini Vegetables and Fruit for Containers Join the move towards minimalism! Mini- and dwarf vegetables and fruit provide hefty harvests from small pots and small plots or patios! Try these petite plants with oversize appeal—and yield!     READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT How To: Get Rid Of Deep Fat From Your Belly Millions of Americans suffer from deep fat. Researchers have now found out the reason why. It turns out there is a master switch that controls when the cells turn into energy and when they turn into fat. Learn how to flip the master switch right now.   LEARN MORE   How to Make Good Herbal Tea: 10 Herbs for Tea Discover the 10 best herbs for tea and how to make a good, flavorful cup of herbal tea! Not only do herbal teas offer a wide variety of flavors—from mint to chamomile—but also some herbal teas provide health benefits, including allergy relief.     READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT Grow Big or Go Home! For robust vegetables, fruit, and herbs try The Old Farmer’s Almanac Organic Tomato & Vegetable Plant Food! It’s an easy way to give your garden what it needs to thrive.   LEARN MORE   Fishing Calendar for 2022 When is the best time to go fishing? See the best fishing dates and times for 2022 from The Old Farmer’s Almanac’s fishing calendar. And enjoy some great fishing tips from Almanac anglers!    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