Harvesting potatoes, cover crops, drying herbs for tea

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View in Browser | Almanac.com | Get a Copy Friday, August 19, 2022 Who was born on this day? What happened today in history? Click to find out. 34 days until autumn begins Question of the Day What does a thick husk on ears of corn mean? – Answer Puzzle of the Day The Hawkeye State.(Name the U.S. state!) – Answer What I say is that if a man really likes potatoes, he must be a pretty decent sort of fellow. –A. A. Milne (1882–1956) ADVERTISEMENT Potatoes The taste and texture of homegrown potatoes are far superior to those of store-bought spuds! Garden “taters” also provide a bounty of nutrients. Here’s how to grow and harvest potatoes in your home garden.    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT Heart Surgeon Begs Americans: "Stop Putting This in Your Coffee" Coffee is one of the healthiest things you can put in your body - unless you do this…   LEARN MORE   Planting Cover Crops in the Home Garden Planting cover crops at the end of the growing season is becoming more popular, even in small gardens. These plants have seeds that are easy to scatter, and they do the hard work of fixing nutrients in the soil and improving soil condition over the winter before spring…    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT 2023 calendars are shipping now! We’ve got a calendar for any interest or fascination, from lunar photography to everyday gardening tips. The choice is yours! You can decorate your wall or desk with the newest Almanac calendars today.    LEARN MORE   Planet Rise & Set Calculator Which planets will be visible tonight? Use our calculator to find out when the planets will be visible in your location!      READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT Be the first to get your 2023 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 order the 2023 edition today!   LEARN MORE   Roasted Potato Salad Our testers loved this low-fat alternative to the traditional potato salad. Besides being easy to make and delicious, it can be served warm, at room temperature, or cold, which makes it perfect for every occasion from picnics to cabin fever potlucks.    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT Staying organized will be a breeze! The 2023 Old Farmer’s Almanac Planner will keep you on track! Each week gets a two-page spread with plenty of space for detailing daily appointments, events, thoughts, observations, birthdays, anniversaries, weekly reminders, and inspirations. Order your 2023 planner today!   LEARN MORE   Drying Your Own Herbs for Tea Grab the bounty of fresh herbs while you can—and let's dry those leaves for tea. It's simple. See both how to dry your herbs and also how to make a good cup of herbal tea!    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   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