20 self-sowing flowers, freezing zucchini, ponytail palms

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View in Browser | Almanac.com | Get a Copy Monday, August 8, 2022 Who was born on this day? What happened today in history? Click to find out. 45 days until autumn begins Question of the Day Can I make my new copper weather vane look like an old one? – Answer Puzzle of the Day The Cotton State.(Name the U.S. state!) – Answer Here shall my heart find its haven of calm, By rush-fringed rivers and rain-fed streams That glimmer thro' meadows of lily and palm. –Sarojini Naidu (1879–1949) ADVERTISEMENT Discover 20 Self-Sowing Flowers! For years of blooms with little work, choose plants that reseed themselves! Here’s a list of 20 annual and perennial flowers that are self-sowing. As you are busy deadheading your flowers, take a closer look at the seed heads you are cutting off. Toward late summer, allow some of the seed…    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT A Gardener's Guide To Plant Nutrition Every gardener knows that plants require several different nutrients to grow, but what specific nutrients do plants use and for what purpose? We will tell you what you need to know!   LEARN MORE   Too Much Zucchini? Freeze It! August 8 is National Sneak Some Zucchini Onto Your Neighbor’s Porch Day! Got too much? Freeze your zucchini and summer squash for use beyond the summer months. Here are two methods for easily freezing zucchini, as well as a few of our favorite zucchini recipes!    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT Doctor Says Carbs Are Not The Problem (This Is) Worse than GMOs. This is happening to our food (and how to fix it at home).   LEARN MORE   Zucchini Sausage Squares Zucchini sausage squares combine simple, fresh ingredients to create a comforting, filling, and savory dish that can feed a crowd!    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   Fun Facts and Myths About Hair Curious about your crowning glory? Here are some fun facts and myths about hair, including hair growth, hair color, and hair styles.    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT Keep an eye on the sky! The 2023 Old Farmer’s Almanac Weather Calendar brings out Mother Nature’s splendor with striking photos from around the world and timeless weather lore. Pre-order today, and you’ll receive your calendar before it arrives in stores!   LEARN MORE   Ponytail Palms Ponytail palms are a unique-looking, long-lived indoor plant that thrives on benign neglect. They are very easy to grow, provided you don’t overwater them! Here’s how to grow and care for a ponytail palm in your home.    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT Right Now: The 2023 Almanac Pre-Order! It’s time to print the 2023 edition of The Old Farmer’s Almanac! Can you believe it? We’re excited to bring you the newest edition of this handy yellow book. You can pre-order today, and be the first to receive your Almanac before it arrives in stores.    LEARN MORE   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