Keeping cut flowers fresh, crescent Moon, 5 ways to start seeds earlier

Your DAILY Companion From the Almanac Editors [View in Browser]( | [Almanac.com]( | [Get a Copy]( [Thursday, February 15, 2024]( [From The Old Farmer's Almanac]( "The older I get, the greater power I seem to have to help the world; I am like a snowball—the further I am rolled, the more I gain." –Susan B. Anthony (1820–1906) Today, February 15, is [Susan B. Anthony's birthday](. Susan B. Anthony was an influential figure who fought for women's suffrage and the abolition of slavery. [Who was born on this day? What happened today in history? Click to find out.]( [32 days until spring begins]( [Moon Phase Today]( [View the Moon Phase Calendar]( [When is the Next Full Moon?]( Today is the Best Day To color hair cut hair to encourage growth harvest aboveground crops [Plan Ahead! 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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]( [How to Keep Cut Flowers Fresh and Alive Longer (image)]( [How to Keep Cut Flowers Fresh and Alive Longer]( What is the best way to keep your bouquet of cut flowers fresh and alive longer? [READ MORE]( ADVERTISEMENT [Order your 2024 Old Farmer s Almanac Weather Calendar! (title)]( [Order your 2024 Old Farmer's Almanac Weather Calendar!]( The 2024 Weather Calendar features stunning full-color photographs double rainbows, a fearsome tornado, rare clouds, winter wonders, and much more! [LEARN MORE]( [Roasted Red Pepper, Mozzarella, and Basil–Stuffed Chicken (image)]( [Roasted Red Pepper, Mozzarella, and Basil–Stuffed Chicken]( This roasted bell pepper, mozzarella, and fresh basil–stuffed chicken breast is one of those dishes that will become a regular feature at your dinner table. 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