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View in Browser | Almanac.com | Get a Copy Tuesday, May 17, 2022 Who was born on this day? What happened today in history? Click to find out. 35 days until summer begins Question of the Day Can you tell me why the ring finger is sometimes called the medical finger? – Answer Puzzle of the Day What reptile is the most mathematical? – Answer The flowers and my love, Passed away under the rain, While I idly looked upon them: Where is my yester-love? –Ono no Komachi; translated by Yone Noguchi (1875–1947) ADVERTISEMENT Petunias Pretty petunias are one of the most popular flowers because of their exceptional blooms and long flowering period. As with most annuals, they get leggy by midsummer, so you’ll want to prune the shoots back to about half their length. See how to plant and take care of your petunias to keep…    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT Easily feed trees & shrubs all season long! Fast acting and long-lasting, our Tree & Shrub Fertilizer Spikes are naturally formulated with essential nutrients to help your garden thrive. Our patented TruSpike technology ensures no breaking or shattering; one spike feeds all season long! Now available at Walmart.   LEARN MORE   Powdery Mildew Wondering about that white fungus on your plant? The fungal disease powdery mildew is a common problem in gardens, infecting a wide variety of plants and reducing the quality and quantity of flowers and fruit.    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT The 1 Thing You Can Do At Home To Snap Back Sagging Skin Looking younger was once thought to be a luxury that only women who had access to plastic surgery and costly professional treatments could enjoy. Learn more about a game-changing discovery is finally leveling the playing field. Watch The Video.   LEARN MORE   Weather Proverbs and Prognostics: Rain and Clouds Predict the weather with our collection of weather proverbs and folklore about rain and clouds.    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT The Perfect Companion for Every Vegetable Gardener Created for new gardeners, green thumbs, and old hands alike, The Old Farmer’s Almanac Vegetable Gardener’s Handbook is loaded with advice and inspiration to help plants—and growers—thrive.    LEARN MORE   Best Shrubs for Making Privacy Hedges If an ugly view ruins the ambience of your outdoor space or if your noisy neighbors are spoiling your enjoyment of your backyard, consider planting a hedge as a privacy screen. Here are different types of fast-growing hedges and privacy wall ideas.    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT Enjoy a robust harvest this year! Give your vegetable garden a boost with The Old Farmer’s Almanac Organic Tomato & Vegetable Plant Food! It provides protien-based nutrition, perfect for indoor and outdoor use.   LEARN MORE   Best Fish Tacos With Slaw Cool, tangy cabbage slaw cozies up to crispy fish in these tasty Fish Tacos. They are easy to make and delicious to eat! Use any mild fish of choice.    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