Growing broccoli, no-lie cherry pie, your Venus sign

Plus gardening on a budget and the first flower of spring! [View in Browser]( | [Almanac.com]( | [Get a Copy]( [Thursday, February 22, 2024]( [From The Old Farmer's Almanac]( Labor to keep alive in your breast that little spark of celestial fire called conscience. –George Washington (1732–99) Today (February 22) is [George Washington's]( birthday. [Who was born on this day? What happened today in history? Click to find out.]( [25 days until spring begins]( [Moon Phase Today]( [View the Moon Phase Calendar]( [When is the Next Full Moon?]( Today is the Best Day To Today is the best day to do nothing, rest up, take a nap, enjoy! [Plan Ahead! See the Best Days for Every Activity.]( Question of the Day I need a cleaning solution for the chimney on an old oil lamp. It is very cloudy and rough, like sandpaper. – [Answer]( Puzzle of the Day Why didn’t the dog want to go into the ark? – [Answer]( ADVERTISEMENT [Order Your 2024 Old Farmer s Almanac Planner (title)]( [Order Your 2024 Old Farmer's Almanac Planner]( This popular planner provides plenty of space to jot down appointments, events, reminders, observations, and inspiration. Each day offers a tip, fact, quote, proverb, or a bit of folklore to brighten your day! [LEARN MORE]( [No-Lie Cherry Pie (image)]( [No-Lie Cherry Pie]( We know it’s just a myth that George Washington confessed to chopping down a cherry tree. But the story inspired our delicious No-Lie Cherry Pie recipe! [READ MORE]( ADVERTISEMENT [Get the calendars our readers love! (title)]( [Get the calendars our readers love!]( Unleash your curiosity with our captivating 2024 calendars! Find your ideal calendar for the year ahead and get ready for 2024. [LEARN MORE]( [Why George Washington Never Smiled (image)]( [Why George Washington Never Smiled]( George Washington was naturally somber in mood and temperament. He was rarely seen smiling. Why? His teeth were a mess. And no, they were not wooden! Find out the facts and fiction to learn more about our first president’s troublesome teeth—and be thankful for modern dentistry! [READ MORE]( ADVERTISEMENT [Enjoy a bountiful harvest of gardening tips! (title)]( [Enjoy a bountiful harvest of gardening tips!]( Join The Old Farmer’s Almanac Gardening Club today! It’s the easiest way to get our best gardening publications delivered to your door. [LEARN MORE]( [What Your Venus Sign Reveals About Your Romantic Style (image)]( [What Your Venus Sign Reveals About Your Romantic Style]( Most people know their Sun signs thanks to horoscope columns. But you are much more than this! Every planet lines up into a zodiac sign when you’re born, which is why you might be a Taurus but feel like the typical characteristics don’t fit. [READ MORE]( ADVERTISEMENT [Sample Garden Plans are Here! (title)]( [Sample Garden Plans are Here!]( The Old Farmer’s Almanac Garden Planner is online software that makes designing your garden easy. You can try the planner for FREE and select a sample garden plan to get you started! [LEARN MORE]( [Growing Hellebores: How to Care for Hellebore Flowers (image)]( [Growing Hellebores: How to Care for Hellebore Flowers]( Hellebores (also called Lenten Roses) are often the first blooms of the year! These winter-flowering perennials (yes, winter!) steal the show as they poke through the snow. Learn more about growing long-lived, deer-resistant hellebores. [READ MORE]( ADVERTISEMENT [The tools you need for a great harvest! (title)]( [The tools you need for a great harvest!]( The Almanac Year-Round Growing Kit contains the 2024 Gardening Calendar and 2024 Old Farmer’s Almanac. Both will provide essential information, tips, and planting tables to ensure a bountiful harvest. [LEARN MORE]( [How to Garden on a Budget (image)]( [How to Garden on a Budget]( Learn how to plan a beautiful and productive vegetable garden that won’t break your budget. In this article, we touch on 10 smart ideas (along with video). 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