Extend the growing season, coffee on plants, chocolate sheet cake

Your DAILY Companion From the Almanac Editors [View in Browser]( | [Almanac.com]( | [Get a Copy]( [Wednesday, August 23, 2023]( [From The Old Farmer's Almanac]( Since Poets have told of sunset, What is left for me to tell? I can only say that I saw the day Press crimson lips to the horizon gray, And kiss the earth farewell. –Effie Lee Newsome (1885–1979) [Who was born on this day? What happened today in history? Click to find out.]( [31 days until autumn begins]( [When is the Next Full Moon?]( Question of the Day Can I use sawdust from plywood as mulch in my garden? – [Answer]( Puzzle of the Day The Show Me State.(Name the U.S. state!) – [Answer]( ADVERTISEMENT [Spectacular lunar photography! (title)]( [Spectacular lunar photography!]( This fascinating calendar features striking scenes of the Moon in the landscape, accompanied by fun facts and lore about Earth’s natural satellite. Order today! [LEARN MORE]( [Easy Ways to Extend the Growing Season into Fall (image)]( [Easy Ways to Extend the Growing Season into Fall]( Keep your garden vegetables producing longer! Here are easy ways to extend the growing season—so that you can keep eating those garden-fresh veggies throughout the fall. None of these techniques is rocket science but if you apply each, you’ll be able to keep the harvest coming. [WATCH VIDEO]( ADVERTISEMENT [2024 Calendars are Shipping Now! (title)]( [2024 Calendars are Shipping Now!]( We’ve got a calendar for any interest or fascination, from lunar photography to everyday gardening tips. The choice is yours! [LEARN MORE]( [Mercury Retrograde Dates for 2023 (image)]( [Mercury Retrograde Dates for 2023]( Mercury enters retrograde motion starting on August 23, 2023! According to the age-old practice of astrology, we are all influenced by the effect of Mercury in retrograde. What exactly does it mean for each of us, though? Read on to find out. [READ MORE]( ADVERTISEMENT [The perfect book for budding minds! (title)]( [The perfect book for budding minds!]( The Old Farmer’s Almanac for Kids, Vol. 10 is filled with amazing animals, puzzles to ponder, cool comics, grand adventures, and awesome activities. Order today! [LEARN MORE]( [15 Uses for Coffee and Coffee Grounds (image)]( [15 Uses for Coffee and Coffee Grounds]( I love a steaming cup of coffee to kick off my morning. Fortunately, used coffee grounds and leftover coffee have many household uses—there is no need to waste those daily grounds! Discover the many great uses for coffee and coffee grounds, from the garden to the home to your health. [READ MORE]( ADVERTISEMENT [Order your 2023 Garden Guide today! (title)]( [Order your 2023 Garden Guide today!]( 128 inspiring pages on vegetables, flowers, herbs, houseplants; also recipes, DIY projects, and more! [LEARN MORE]( [Virgo Zodiac Sign: Personality Traits and Compatibility (image)]( [Virgo Zodiac Sign: Personality Traits and Compatibility]( Virgo season starts August 23. The Virgo zodiac sign is represented by the symbol of a Virgin carrying a shaft of wheat. Find out why, plus read about the Virgo personality and compatibility with others. [READ MORE]( ADVERTISEMENT [Staying organized will be a breeze! (title)]( [Staying organized will be a breeze!]( The 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. [LEARN MORE]( [Chocolate Sheet Cake (image)]( [Chocolate Sheet Cake]( Chocolate Sheet Cake With Chocolate Frosting, also known as Texas Sheet Cake, is a quick and always-popular dessert with a frosting that turns to fudge. Great for birthdays and summer picnics! [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]( [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! [Facebook]( [Instagram]( [YouTube]( [Pinterest]( [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* © 2023 Yankee Publishing Inc. An Employee-Owned Company 1121 Main Street | P.O. Box 520 | Dublin, NH 03444 [Contact Us]( [View web version](