Beekeeping 101, flowers for constant color, uses for peppermint

Your DAILY Companion from the Almanac Editors [View in Browser]( | [Almanac.com]( | [Get a Copy]( [From The Old Farmer's Almanac]( [Friday, February 17, 2023]( [Who was born on this day? What happened today in history? Click to find out.]( [30 days until spring begins]( Question of the Day When I was young and it would rain while the sun was shining, someone might say, “The Devil is beating his wife.” Where did this saying come from? – [Answer]( Puzzle of the Day What is that which when thrown out, you may always catch without hands? – [Answer]( He who boasts of his descent is like the potato; the best part of him is underground. –Proverb ☞ If you enjoy the Daily Almanac [share with a friend](. ☜ [How to Start Beekeeping (image)]( [How to Start Beekeeping]( If you’ve decided to move forward with raising bees, let’s get down to business: Know beekeeping rules and regulations, choose the right location for your hives, and make sure you have the right habitat. Here are answers to your practical questions. [READ MORE]( [The perfect companion to the Almanac]( The Old Farmer’s Almanac Garden Guide is a yearly collection of the best articles written by gardening experts. The guide will help you tackle the challenges that prevent a great harvest and inspire you to elevate your garden to new heights! [LEARN MORE]( ADVERTISEMENT [The perfect companion to the Almanac (title)]( [The Best Flowers for Continuous Color All Season Long (image)]( [The Best Flowers for Continuous Color All Season Long]( Gardens that offer a full season of continuous color take time and care to achieve, but, like most anything worthwhile, they will offer tenfold back to you in their beauty, comfort, and magic! [READ MORE]( [Staying organized will be a breeze!]( The 2023 Old Farmer’s Almanac Planner will keep you on track! Each week gets a two-page spread with plenty of space for detailing daily appointments, events, thoughts, observations, birthdays, anniversaries, weekly reminders, and inspirations. Order your 2023 planner today! [LEARN MORE]( ADVERTISEMENT [Staying organized will be a breeze! (title)]( [Solar Cycle 25 Predictions (image)]( [Solar Cycle 25 Predictions]( The Sun is now in Solar Cycle 25, which is heating up more than experts predicted! Right now, a Coronal Mass Ejection is hurtling toward Earth, with the potential to cause unusually good Northern Lights activity on February 17-18. [READ MORE]( [New Features! Sample Plans and Live Chat Support]( We’re excited to announce new features for The Old Farmer’s Almanac Garden Planner! You can now select a sample garden plan to get you started. Plus, we’re offering LIVE chat support with gardening experts. Try it for free today! [LEARN MORE]( ADVERTISEMENT [New Features! Sample Plans and Live Chat Support (title)]( [3 Uses for Peppermint: Upset Stomach, Stuffy Head, Aching Feet (image)]( [3 Uses for Peppermint: Upset Stomach, Stuffy Head, Aching Feet]( With just peppermint and hot water, make a hot tea/foot soak/steam inhalation to relieve an upset stomach, aching feet, and/or stuffy head and congestion. See how! [WATCH VIDEO]( [Refreshing blue cookware!]( The Malta Collection features a blend of deep blues inspired by the refreshing waters surrounding the picturesque Mediterranean island. The set includes a Mixing Spoon, Slotted Spoon, Spatula, and Slotted Spatula. [LEARN MORE]( ADVERTISEMENT [Refreshing blue cookware! (title)]( [King Cake (image)]( [King Cake]( A King Cake is a frosted sweet bread—a delicious cross between a coffee cake and a French pastry—with a hidden bean or tiny plastic baby baked inside. Try our editor’s King Cake recipe—and learn the story behind this tradition. [READ MORE]( [Amazon Alexa]( “Alexa, ask Farmer’s Almanac about today.” [Google Home]( “Hey Google, ask Farmer’s Almanac about today.” THE OLD FARMER SELECTED THESE PRODUCTS 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]( [View product recommended for you]( [View product recommended for you]( [View product recommended for you]( [View More Products 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! [Facebook]( [Instagram]( [YouTube]( [Pinterest]( [Twitter]( [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](. Is Daily too much, [switch to weekly](? *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](