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"Good morrow, Benedick. Why, what's the matter,
That you have such a February face,
So full of frost, of storm and cloudiness?"
–William Shakespeare, Much Ado About Nothing

Saturday, February 6, 2021
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Question of the Day
I am looking for a recipe for graham crackers. Could you help me out? – Answer

Puzzle of the Day
Which chef in the kitchen wears the largest hat? – Answer

Our Tomato Growing Guide

Tomatoes
Tomatoes are not hard to grow; they’re incredibly productive, versatile in the kitchen, and so delicious off the vine. Our guide covers all the information you need to grow tomatoes successfully—including selecting tomato varieties, starting seeds, transplanting tomatoes outside, using tomato...

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Learn to Garden: Direct Sowing

Sowing Seeds in the Vegetable Garden
Most vegetables are started from seed sown directly in the garden. This is often called “direct sowing” or “direct seeding.” In this article, we’ll talk about which vegetables are best planted as seed directly in the garden (versus planted as transplants). Plus, we will provide some tips and tricks...

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A true Gardening 101! Let us walk you through the basics of garden planning, from choosing the right location to selecting the best vegetable varieties for your space. Learn how to grow your best garden yet from the experts at The Old Farmer’s Almanac!

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Grow a Beer Garden!

Gardening and Home Brewing
From the earliest days, Americans and their presidents have been brewing. Ever brewed your own beer, cider, or ale?

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Get gardening inspiration every day!

The Gift of Gardening is a lovely illustrated book filled with inspirational quotes and interesting facts harvested from The Old Farmer‘s Almanac. It is the perfect gift for the garden enthusiast!

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Super Bowl Weather

Super Bowl Weather Records
It’s time for Super Bowl 2021! Let’s take a look back at some weather records from past Super Bowls. Where was the coldest Super Bowl? Where was the warmest? What weather is expected this year? And, if you’re watching the game from home, find some fun and delicious game day recipe ideas.

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How can I gather fruits and veggies easily?

Born of pure ingenuity, The Old Farmer’s Almanac Garden Hod reflects the very best of farmers’ long tradition of functional art, craftsmanship, and utility. Fill your Garden Hod with your scrumptious harvest and easily wash your fruits and veggies!

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Basic Easy Chicken Wings

Chicken Wings

This basic Chicken Wings recipe came from a good friend. It’s just four ingredients but that’s all you need. Tasty and great for a Super Bowl

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What's the best way to sow tiny seeds?
This calendar brings you not just the days of the year, but gardening advice and secrets galore! A favorite of gardeners for more than 40 years, this beautiful calendar offers original full-color illustrations, timely gardening advice, fun facts, quotes, and lore.

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