Growing cucumbers, spinach-strawberry salad, lawn care tips

Your DAILY Companion From the Almanac Editors [View in Browser]( | [Almanac.com]( | [Get a Copy]( [From The Old Farmer's Almanac]( [Sunday, May 22, 2022]( [Who was born on this day? What happened today in history? Click to find out.]( [30 days until summer begins]( Question of the Day What is the origin of American football, and when was the first game played? – [Answer]( Puzzle of the Day What did Mama Tomato say to Baby Tomato when he lagged behind? – [Answer]( Sound the flute! Now it’s mute! Bird’s delight, Day and night. –William Blake (1757–1827) May 22: [National Maritime Day]( ADVERTISEMENT [Flower Personality Quiz]( [Cucumbers (image)]( [Cucumbers]( An easy-care vegetable that loves sun and water, cucumbers grow quickly as long as they receive consistent watering and warmth. Don’t let cucumbers get too large before you pick or they will taste bitter! See how to plant, grow, and harvest cucumbers in your garden. 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See our tips for a healthy lawn throughout the growing season. As with many plants the key to growing grass is proper moisture level (watering), feeding (fertilizing), sun exposure, and weed control. As always, the more you let nature do the work for you, the easier it… [READ MORE]( ADVERTISEMENT [Enjoy a robust harvest this year!]( Give your vegetable garden a boost with The Old Farmer’s Almanac Organic Tomato & Vegetable Plant Food! It provides protien-based nutrition, perfect for indoor and outdoor use. [LEARN MORE]( [Enjoy a robust harvest this year! (title)]( [How to Start a Hydroponic Garden! (image)]( [How to Start a Hydroponic Garden!]( Hydroponics sounds complicated, but it just means growing plants in water instead of soil. Great for small spaces! Once you're set up, hydroponics is easier than farming (no weeding, pests, etc.) and provides great yields. 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