Marigolds, frogs in the garden, brassica bugs, bee sting remedies

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View in Browser | Almanac.com | Get a Copy Monday, July 11, 2022 Who was born on this day? What happened today in history? Click to find out. 73 days until autumn begins Question of the Day I’ve been using my dehumidifier a lot this summer. How should I clean it? – Answer Puzzle of the Day My first is a color; my second is an agreeable exercise; my third is an article of clothing; my whole is a celebrated character.(What is the phrase? Here are clues to each word!) – Answer Very good in the grass to lie And see the network 'gainst the sky, A living lace of blue and green, And boughs that let the gold between. –Katharine Tynan Hinkson (1861–1931) ADVERTISEMENT Marigolds No annual is more cheerful or easier to grow than the marigold. These flowers are the spendthrifts among annuals, bringing a wealth of gold, copper, and brass into our summer and autumn gardens. The flower’s popularity probably derives in part from its ability to bloom brightly all summer…    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT Are You Dying For Better Digestion? Dr. Steven Gundry Reveals How To Defeat The War In Your Stomach.  Learn More >>   LEARN MORE   How to Attract Toads and Frogs to the Garden When we talk about beneficials for the garden, don't forget about frogs and toads. Both are total carnivores, eating grasshoppers, beetles, cutworms, flies, slugs, and all kinds of insects. They will not eat your plants! See how to attract frogs and toads to the garden—they're the good guys!    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT Be the first to get your new Almanac! Now in its 231st year, The Old Farmer’s Almanac is STILL the best-selling annual in the United States and Canada, thanks to readers from coast to coast. You can pre-order the 2023 edition today and get it before it hits the shelves in August!   LEARN MORE   Get Rid of Bugs on Broccoli, Kale, Cabbage, and Other Brassicas Avoid a “brassica massacre!” and protect your cabbage, broccoli, kale, and other brassicas from being devoured by insect pests. We have some natural, no-chemical ways to attack cabbage worms, loopers, aphids, and other soft-bodied insects so that you, too, can enjoy healthy harvests of these…    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT Pre-order your 2023 Old Farmer's Almanac Country Calendar! Featuring wide-open spaces and comforting places, this charming calendar features eye-catching, full-color photographs depicting the joys of country living, including breathtaking landscapes and farm animals! Pre-order your 2023 Country Calendar today and receive it before it arrives in stores.   LEARN MORE   Bee Stings: Prevention and Treatment Here are some first-aid tips for those annoying and often painful bee stings—plus, tips on how to prevent bee stings in the first place.    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT Add a splash of lavish color to your kitchen The Mumbai collection is inspired by the extravagant plumage of India’s national bird, the peacock. The blend of electric blue, vibrant green, noble purple, and natural birch wood brings an eye-catching pop of color to the kitchen.    LEARN MORE   Zucchini Bread Although there are many zucchini bread recipes around, this one might just be our favorite! It’s easy and fast and freezes well.    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