How to cool down, growing rosemary, keeping critters out

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View in Browser | Almanac.com | Get a Copy Wednesday, June 26, 2024 Then flash the wings returning Summer calls Through the deep arches of her forest halls,— The bluebird, breathing from his azure plumes The fragrance borrowed where the myrtle blooms.  –Oliver Wendell Holmes (1841–1935) Who was born on this day? What happened today in history? Click to find out. 88 days until autumn begins View the Moon Phase Calendar When is the Next Full Moon? Today is the Best Day To can or pickle vegetables and fruit make jams or jellies make sauerkraut plant belowground crops Plan Ahead! See the Best Days for Every Activity. Question of the Day I have a scratch across my concrete driveway caused by a snowplow. Is there any way to make it less noticeable? – Answer Puzzle of the Day A confection and a cluster. (Use these clues to find the two words that, when combined, form the name of a flower.) – Answer ADVERTISEMENT Imagine the luxury of exclusive access to Egypt’s greatest wonders. Take a VIP tour of the Grand Egyptian Museum. Stand between the paws of the Great Sphinx. Enjoy private visits to the Pyramids of Giza, temples of Luxor, and King Tut’s Tomb for a crowd-free experience.   LEARN MORE   How to Cool Your Body Down As temperatures spike, how can you beat the heat? Here are over 20 great ideas—from your editors and readers—for keeping your body cool during the hot summer months. Add your own tip!    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT What can't you do with a Hori Hori Knife? The Hori Hori Knife is a gardening multi-tool like no other! You can sow seeds, weed, cut brush, and harvest your vegetables with it. It’s a staff favorite at the Almanac!   LEARN MORE   How to Grow Rosemary Plants: The Complete Guide Rosemary is an attractive perennial shrub with fragrant leaves. It’s also a popular culinary herb with a wonderful aroma and piney taste, which goes well with meat, soups, and potatoes. Learn how to plant, grow, prune, and harvest rosemary correctly!    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT Beautiful hand-drawn garden illustrations Relax and pass the time on a rainy day with one of our nature-inspired puzzles! Choose from a selection that includes vintage vegetables, garden wonders, and a rainbow of birds.   LEARN MORE   Chicken With Roasted Bell Peppers and Rosemary Looking for a new chicken recipe? We’ve got just what you need in this recipe for Chicken With Roasted Bell Peppers and Rosemary. It’s colorful, flavorful, and simple enough to make again and again!    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT What is the 1792 Society? The 1792 Society is a yearly subscription that delivers our most popular yearly publications in one box. In addition to the club box, you’ll also unlock online library access and member events!   LEARN MORE   Which Animals Are Eating Your Garden (And How to Keep Them Out!) Be a critter detective! Here’s how to identify which animals are eating your garden plants, as well as which repellents for deer and rabbits have proven most effective.    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT Pre-Order the 2025 Old Farmer's Almanac The 2025 edition of The Old Farmer’s Almanac is available for pre-order! You can be the first to get your copy in either paperback or hardcover. Pre-order today!   LEARN MORE   July Weather Forecast 2024: Make Your Summer Plans As you make your vacation plans, you'll want to keep an eye on the forecast for the month of July. Here's what kind of weather you can expect for July 2024—as well as predictions for your Fourth of July celebrations!    READ MORE    ☞ If you enjoy the Daily Almanac, share with a friend ☜ Shop The Old Farmer's Store Get The Old Farmer's Almanac Daily Update for Amazon Echo "Alexa, ask Farmer's Almanac about today."  Did a friend forward you the 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. Is Daily too much? Switch to weekly! *Please do not reply to this e-mail* © 2024 Yankee Publishing Inc. An Employee-Owned Company 1121 Main Street | P.O. Box 520 | Dublin, NH 03444 Contact Us View web version