Your DAILY Companion From the Almanac Editors
The trample of robins and woodlarks on the brown leaves. and the patter of squirrels on the green moss; The fall of an acorn on the ground, the pattering of nuts on the hazel branches as they fall from ripeness. –John Clare, English poet (1793–1864) | | | Question of the Day When were zippers invented? – Answer | | Puzzle of the Day What did the beach say when the tide came in? – Answer | | How to Grow Leeks: The Complete Guide Perhaps the noblest Allium, which is both sweeter and milder than an onion and a space saver in the garden, is the humble leek. Learn to plant, grow, care for, and harvest leeks in your own garden so that you have a generous supply for winter comfort food and summer salads! | | | | How to Sharpen and Care for Garden Tools Let’s show our hardworking garden tools a little love! Here’s how to clean, sharpen, and spruce up tools for the growing season ahead. Plus, we’re making a smart new tool rack that’ll keep them organized and tidy … and looking good! | | | | 7 Tips for Fall Allergy Relief Fall allergy season is upon us, and if you’re one who suffers, you know all too well what this entails: itchy eyes, runny nose, scratchy throat, sneezing, and more. Here are seven tips for fall allergy relief. | | | | ADVERTISEMENT Companion handbooks for all gardeners! Order yourself a copy of The Vegetable Gardener’s Handbook or The Flower Gardener’s Handbook! They’re filled to the brim with gardening wisdom, covering sowing, growing, and harvesting. | | How to Get Rid of Voles Without Poison Voles drive gardeners and homeowners crazy! You’ll know voles by the snakelike tunnels all over your lawn. Here’s advice on how to identify, prevent, and control your vole population. | | | | 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. | | Cream of Leek and Vermicelli Soup Looking for something cozy and delicious? Make this nourishing leek and pasta soup! It’s wonderful with crusty bread, especially on a cold day. It tastes best with homemade stock, but canned broth will also do!We kept this soup simple, but it’s versatile. | | | | | | | | Did a friend forward you the Almanac Daily? You can sign up here. | | | | Enjoy more Almanac wit & wisdom! | | | | | You received this email because you signed up for updates from The Old Farmer's Almanac. If you do not wish to receive our regular email newsletter in the future, please manage your preferences. Please do not reply to this e-mail. Contact Us © 2024 Yankee Publishing Inc. An Employee-Owned Company 1121 Main Street | P.O. Box 520 | Dublin, NH 03444 View web version | | | | |
No comments:
Post a Comment