Freezing February, preplanned gardens, baby's breath

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View in Browser | Almanac.com | Get a Copy Monday, February 3, 2025   When February sun shines cold,  There comes a day when in the air  The wings of winter  Slow unfold,  And show the golden summer there.   –Philip Savage (1868–99) Who was born on this day? What happened today in history? Find our advice for today! 44 days until spring begins View our Moon Phase Calendar When is the Next Full Moon? Today is the Best Day To: Cut Hay Destroy Pests and Weeds Prune to Encourage Growth Plan ahead! See the best days for every activity. Question of the Day What is toilet water? I heard it was used in the old days as perfume. How could I make it? – Answer Puzzle of the Day Who was the strongest man mentioned in the Bible? – Answer ADVERTISEMENT THE ALMANAC GARDEN PLANNER - USE IT FREE FOR 7 DAYS! Plan your 2025 garden with our award-winning Garden Planner.    LEARN MORE   Why Is February So Cold? Brr! It's freezing outside! Learn why is winter so cold even though Earth is closer to the Sun than it is during the summer.    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT Give a Truly Special Valentine’s Day Gift This Year! The Old Farmer’s Store offers a unique selection of locally made sweets and jewelry, perfect for showing your love.   LEARN MORE   How to Grow Baby's Breath: The Complete Baby's Breath Flower Guide Famous as that filler flower in bouquets, baby’s breath is coming into its own as a feature flower in perennial gardens. Its tiny white flowers bloom from summer through fall. Learn how to successfully plant, grow, and care for baby’s breath.    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT Take Your Pick! Our 2025 calendars are shipping now! Unleash your curiosity and find your ideal calendar for the year ahead.   LEARN MORE   Our 9 Preplanned Gardens: Succeed Like a Pro! Succeed like a pro with preplanned gardens! Knowing how to pair plants is an art and science. We’ve done the homework for you with nine preplanned gardens by our horticultural experts. Usually, these would be pretty pricey but it’s part of the Almanac Garden Planner.    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT The perfect book for budding minds! The Old Farmer’s Almanac for Kids, Vol. 10 is filled with amazing animals, puzzles to ponder, cool comics, grand adventures, and awesome activities. Order today!   LEARN MORE   Find Sirius, the Brightest Star of February Have you heard of the Dog Star, Sirius? In February, it’s the brightest star in Earth’s night sky, parading overhead from nightfall until midnight. When viewing Sirius, we’re actually seeing the combined light of two stars. Learn how to find Sirius.    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT Comfortable and Bursting with Color! Explore our newest selection of kitchen aprons. Each one features a bright floral design, with an adjustable neck strap for a comfy fit.    LEARN MORE   Steamed Clams With Garlic and Mushrooms Ready to impress with a seafood dish that’s both easy and fancy? Steamed Clams With Garlic and Mushrooms is a flavor-packed recipe perfect for dinner parties or cozy nights.    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT Share Your Thoughts & Help Shape the Almanac! ☞ If you enjoy the Daily Almanac, share with a friend ☜ Shop The Old Farmer's Store Did a friend forward you the Almanac Daily? You can sign up here. Enjoy more Almanac wit & wisdom! Receiving too much email? Switch to weekly! 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 © 2025 Yankee Publishing Inc. An Employee-Owned Company 1121 Main Street | P.O. Box 520 | Dublin, NH 03444 View web version