Cool-weather veggies, 20+ garden layouts, when is Easter?

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View in Browser | Almanac.com | Get a Copy Sunday, February 27, 2022 Who was born on this day? What happened today in history? Click to find out. 20 days until spring begins Question of the Day During a discussion about low temperatures in Minnesota, a friend stated that at minus 50 degrees Fahrenheit and below, sulfur-headed matches will not light. This sounds preposterous, but is it true? – Answer Puzzle of the Day What word is that which by having a single letter transposed becomes its own opposite? – Answer Deep down within the frozen brook I hear a murmur faint and sweet, And lo! The ice breaks as I look, And living waters touch my feet. –Jane Goodwin Austin (1831–94) ADVERTISEMENT Best Vegetables for Cool Weather The first vegetables that you can directly sow in the garden are “cool-weather” crops, including greens, peas, and some root crops. They’re nutritious, delicious, and fast-growing for the earliest harvests. See how to grow five vegetables that thrive in the cool weather of spring.    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT The 2022 Almanac Gardening Club Enjoy a bountiful harvest of gardening tips, lore, art, and more when you activate your Old Farmer’s Almanac Gardening Club Charter Membership! Includes our new book Gardening for Everyone.   LEARN MORE   Over 20 Vegetable Garden Layout Ideas Here are over 20 FREE garden plans for you to look at and take inspiration from—including backyard gardens, square-foot gardens, raised bed gardens, kitchen gardens, flower gardens, dry gardens, and more!    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT Become a better gardener! Discover our new Almanac Garden Planner features for 2022. It’s easy, fun, and free to try!   LEARN MORE   When Is Easter 2022? | How Easter's Date is Determined Easter 2022 will be observed on Sunday, April 17! Easter is a “movable feast” that is always held on a Sunday between March 22 and April 25. Do you know how the exact date of Easter is determined? Find out why the date changes every year and how this holiday relates to the first…    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT Flower Gardener's Handbook by The Old Farmer's Almanac We love to share our passion for plants and gardening at The Old Farmer’s Almanac, so we created the Flower Gardener’s Handbook. The book contains in-depth profiles of 32 popular flowers, solutions for preparing pots and plots, plant maintenance, and so much more.    LEARN MORE   Natural Remedies: Stomach Ache A sour stomach is no fun—Check out our natural remedies for soothing your stomach ache, and tips for how to avoid them!    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT Kids love it! Adults can’t put it down! All of the activities and topics in this award-winning series are specially selected and developed for kids—and people who are kids at heart!   LEARN MORE   Heavenly Apricot Cobbler Bars The sweet and salty flavors of apricot and granola blend together in this delightful treat. Enjoy this recipe for the aptly named Heavenly Apricot Cobbler Bars!    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT 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

Growing parsley, making seed-starting mix, chicken wings

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View in Browser | Almanac.com | Get a Copy Friday, February 25, 2022 Who was born on this day? What happened today in history? Click to find out. 22 days until spring begins Question of the Day I received a fig tree (fruit-bearing type) as a Christmas gift and want to find out the correct time and way to set it into the ground. I live in central Mississippi. – Answer Puzzle of the Day What do men never wish to be in and yet labor hard to possess? – Answer Something there is that doesn't love a wall, That sends the frozen-ground-swell under it, And spills the upper boulders in the sun; And makes gaps even two can pass abreast. –Robert Frost (1874–1963) ADVERTISEMENT Parsley Parsley is a biennial plant with bright green, feather-like leaves that is in the same family as dill. Here’s how to grow parsley in your own garden.    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT ALL-NEW AIR JET SERIES-1 INFRARED HEATER & COOLER BODY-SOOTHING HEAT: Circulates soft, energized infrared heat up to  1,000 sq. ft. that improves your health.  SAVES BIG ON HEAT BILLS: First ever circular copper element ensures super-efficient, balanced heat.  AN ENGINEERING MARVEL: Most powerful unit ever made on the planet … combines jet engine tech with a heater, cooler & circulator to give you  7x more air of choice.   LEARN MORE   How to Make Your Own Seed-Starting Mix Making your own seed-starting mix and potting mix is not hard. If you are sowing a lot of seeds, it can get quite expensive to keep going back to the garden center. Here’s our ideal seed-starting mix recipe (with video) to give those seedlings a healthy start!    WATCH VIDEO    ADVERTISEMENT 3 Dangerous Ingredients You're Feeding Your Dog Are you harming your dog by feeding them the wrong food? There are 3 dangerous ingredients that no dog should ever eat, and if you are giving them to your dog then you might be slowly harming it.   LEARN MORE   Amazing and Easy Chicken Wings This basic Chicken Wings recipe came from a good friend. It’s just four ingredients (chicken, soy sauce, dry mustard, brown sugar), but it’s surprisingly delicious! Great for a game day or any time you’re craving chicken wings.    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT Flower Gardener's Handbook by The Old Farmer's Almanac We love to share our passion for plants and gardening at The Old Farmer’s Almanac, so we created the Flower Gardener’s Handbook. The book contains in-depth profiles of 32 popular flowers, solutions for preparing pots and plots, plant maintenance, and so much more.    LEARN MORE   5 Reasons You Should Eat Cabbage If you haven't eaten cabbage in a while, we urge you to look again at this healthy, unsung hero of the vegetable world. Want beautiful skin, to lose weight, a great immune system? See five great reasons to eat (and grow) cabbage!    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT The 2022 Old Farmer's Almanac Club Your Old Farmer’s Almanac Club Charter Membership includes the 2022 Classic Edition of The Old Farmer’s Almanac and so much more. This exciting club is designed especially for you—and it’s packed with articles, advice, best days, and fun facts!   LEARN MORE   How to Fix Cracks in Walls It’s a good time to fix cracks on the inside walls of your house. Fortunately, you can repair a cracked wall in a weekend. Here is our basic guide to fixing small cracks in drywall, plaster, concrete, and brick. You can do it!    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT Fun facts and lunar lore in the 2022 Moon Calendar! The 2022 Moon Calendar will expand your lunar knowledge with fun facts, answering questions like: What do we mean by the “dark side of the Moon”? How does the Moon affect the tides? What causes a deep red Moon? Plus, enjoy fascinating pieces of lunar folklore and history. Get yours while supplies last!   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