Cricket thermometer, squash bugs, Texas sheet cake, plant supports

Your DAILY Companion From the Almanac Editors [View in Browser]( | [Almanac.com]( | [Get a Copy]( [Wednesday, June 12, 2024]( [From The Old Farmer's Almanac]( Rainbows; and the blue bitter smoke of wood; And radiant raindrops couching in cool flowers; And flowers themselves, that sway through sunny hours; Dreaming of moths that drink them under the moon. –Rupert Brooke (1887–1915) [Who was born on this day? What happened today in history? Click to find out.]( [8 days until summer begins]( [Moon Phase Today]( [View the Moon Phase Calendar]( [When is the Next Full Moon?]( Today is the Best Day To harvest aboveground crops have dental care pick fruit [Plan Ahead! See the Best Days for Every Activity.]( Question of the Day How much should I be watering my strawberries? – [Answer]( Puzzle of the Day The father of states. (Abbreviation of a U.S. state) – [Answer]( ADVERTISEMENT [Pre-order your 2025 Weather Calendar! (title)]( [Pre-order your 2025 Weather Calendar!]( The 2025 Weather Calendar features stunning full-color photographs double rainbows, a fearsome tornado, rare clouds, winter wonders, and much more! [LEARN MORE]( [Cracking the Cricket Code: Chirps to Temperature (°F & °C!) (image)]( [Cracking the Cricket Code: Chirps to Temperature (°F & °C!)]( We all know the evening sound of a cricket. Did you know that the number of cricket chirps reports the temperature? It’s true! We explain how to use the “cricket thermometer” method. And next time there’s a warm evening, count the cricket chirps! [READ MORE]( ADVERTISEMENT [Did someone order a Cup of Love? (title)]( [Did someone order a Cup of Love?]( Find your new favorite mug at the Old Farmer’s Store! We offer a wide selection featuring heart-warming designs for gardeners, birders, and fans of the outdoors! [LEARN MORE]( [How to Identify and Get Rid of Squash Bugs in the Garden (image)]( [How to Identify and Get Rid of Squash Bugs in the Garden]( Squash bugs can be the bane of a gardener’s existence! Here are tips on how to identify, control, and get rid of squash bugs in your garden. [READ MORE]( ADVERTISEMENT [Get the calendars our readers love! (title)]( [Get the calendars our readers love!]( Unleash your curiosity with our captivating 2025 calendars! Find your ideal calendar for the year ahead and get ready for 2025. [LEARN MORE]( [Plant Supports: It's a Holdup! (image)]( [Plant Supports: It's a Holdup!]( Once vegetables are up and growing, some of them need a little support, especially tomatoes, beans, cucumbers, peas, and peppers. This avoids problems and gives plants more sun exposure. A trellised plant can also provide shade for a crop like lettuce. See different ways to support your plants! [READ MORE]( ADVERTISEMENT [Perfect for the Farmer s Market! (title)]( [Perfect for the Farmer's Market!]( Our new collection of embroidered baseball caps features garden-inspired designs on the front and a cheerful sentiment on the back. They’re a stylish choice for your morning walk or a trip to the farmer’s market! [LEARN MORE]( [How Build a Green Bean Teepee and Other Ways to Support Beans (image)]( [How Build a Green Bean Teepee and Other Ways to Support Beans]( Bean teepees are easy to make and will provide support for pole beans or even climbing peas. We’ll show you how to make a bean teepee as well as 4 other ways of creating supports for climbing beans so you can pick the best system for maximum harvests. [WATCH VIDEO]( ADVERTISEMENT [The perfect soap for every gardener! (title)]( [The perfect soap for every gardener!]( This bar soap combines the exfoliating power of apricot seeds and coffee grounds with the nourishing touch of shea butter, leaving your skin feeling clean, refreshed, and luxuriously soft. [LEARN MORE]( [Chocolate Sheet Cake (Texas Sheet Cake) (image)]( [Chocolate Sheet Cake (Texas Sheet Cake)]( This Chocolate Sheet Cake, or Texas Sheet Cake, is a quick, moist, and delicious dessert with fudgy pourable icing. This big cake is great for birthdays, potlucks, tailgates, holidays, and a crowd! [READ MORE]( ☞ If you enjoy the Daily Almanac, [share with a friend]( ☜ [View product recommended for you]( [View product recommended for you]( [View product recommended for you]( [View product recommended for you]( [View product recommended for you]( [View product recommended for you]( [Shop The Old Farmer's Store]( [SMSbanner_blue]( [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! 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