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View in Browser | Almanac.com | Get a Copy Friday, April 8, 2022 Who was born on this day? What happened today in history? Click to find out. 74 days until summer begins Question of the Day Is there such a thing as an American buffalo or are they all bison? – Answer Puzzle of the Day Why did the ram fall over the cliff? – Answer Fair Daffodils, we weep to see You haste away so soon; As yet the early-rising sun Has not attain'd his noon. Stay, stay, Until the hasting day Has run But to the even-song; And, having pray'd together, we Will go with you along. –Robert Herrick (1591–1674) ADVERTISEMENT Salvia Perennial salvias (also known as “sage”) are mainstays of the midsummer garden border—blooming summer to autumn! Planted in the spring, these aromatic beauties are great for cutting and beloved by bees and butterflies—plus, they’re drought-tolerant! See how to plant, grow, and care for …    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT Get a tree with a pedigree Grow a piece of American history in your own backyard with the Johnny Appleseed Authentic™ Algeo apple tree! Each tree is genetically identical to the last surviving tree planted by the real Johnny Appleseed!   LEARN MORE   Favorite Easter Recipes From deviled eggs to perfect Easter ham to gorgeous braided Easter breads, browse our favorite recipes for this all-important Christian feast day. Not only do we have Easter dinner covered but also we have some egg-cellent Easter brunch ideas if that’s more your speed. Think…    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT How To Entirely Empty Your Bowels Every Morning - Top Surgeon Explains How Dr. Steven Gundry Reveals How To Defeat The War In Your Stomach. Learn More >>   LEARN MORE   Plan With Us: Your Veggie Garden Starts Here! Have you made your garden plan? Now that it’s early spring, let’s get motivated and walk around the garden to visualize your plans and bring them to life.     READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT “Guess the Flower” Contest Win a copy of our new flower book! Take our fun flower IQ quiz to enter!   LEARN MORE   When Will the Moon Rise Tonight? Unlike the Sun, the Moon rises at all different times of the day and night. Enjoy our lunar puzzle to know when the Moon will rise! Plus, find out why can we see the Moon during the day.    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT Flower Gardener's Handbook by The Old Farmer's Almanac 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   3 Uses for Peppermint: Upset Stomach, Stuffy Head, Aching Feet With just peppermint and hot water, make a hot tea/foot soak/steam inhalation to relieve an upset stomach, aching feet, and/or stuffy head and congestion. See how!    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