A Plant Parents Guide to “The Old Farmer’s Almanac”
A Plant Parents Guide to “The Old Farmer’s Almanac”
There is a lot of information out there for a plant parent to consume. Many blogs and websites provide plant saving information for those looking to maintain the health of their plants. A few must haves when it comes to the health of your plant would be water, healthy soil and light. You may also consider plant shears for pruning and plant fertilizer. So far one of my most beloved plant tools is not really a tool at all. I would describe it as more of an assistant, “The Old Farmer’s Almanac”.
The Farmer’s Almanac has been a staple in people’s homes for over 200 years, making it the oldest consistently published periodical in the United States. It has saved farmers from losing crops and has been a pivotal cornerstone in America’s agricultural history. The Farmer’s Almanac has stayed relevant by offering what the readers want and building a strong community around their passion for knowledge. It began in 1792 addressing concerns on raising calves, how to keep a kitchen garden, and the best practices to rear chickens. A few things have been altered since that time but most of the Farmer’s Almanac has remained the same.
Their 2025 No. 233 edition offers a variety of articles with a wide range of topics. These include how to garden in sync with the Moon, how to grow plants that are not in your zone, and highlighting community farmers and growers who are hometown heroes. The 2025 edition of “The Old Farmer’s Almanac” is an enjoyable and informative read.
Started in 1792, the Farmer’s Almanac has been around for over 200 years
The Farmer’s Almanac is memorable to me because of the amount of information packed into its small size. I find myself going back to it throughout the year because of the interesting topics they cover. I especially enjoy their insights on what trends to look for in 2025. The Farmer’s Almanac contains a wide variety of fascinating 2025 trends including trends on plants, technology and business. One such trend mentioned is the growing amount of low-light plants on the market today, and their affordable prices.
Another trend is the popular use of a digital map that allows people with excess homegrown produce to post their location. They can then leave their produce in front of their home for people to come and pick it up. They also mention the projected trend of holographic images of food items, instead of traditional menus. This will allow diners to view 3-D images of the food before ordering.
Moving to the more tech industry trends, the almanac highlights how scientists are using “bee vectoring”. This uses specially designed hives to allow bees to spread trace amounts of naturally derived pest control powders to flowers for apples, blueberries and tomatoes. There are so many more 2025 trends worth mentioning in the Almanac which make it a fantastic read.
The 2025 Farmer’s Almanac is filled with interesting topics and fascinating trends that will have you revisiting the book throughout the year
“The Old Farmer’s Almanac” also offers information regarding the weather and seasonal changes throughout the year. This information is very useful, especially for plant parents who enjoy outdoor gardening. Being able to plan ahead can save a lot of time and money. According to the Farmer’s Almanac Summer 2025 will bring with it some record breaking heat around July 3rd.
This is useful information to plant parents with indoor plants who will be running the A/C. You should place any plants by an A/C unit fan in a less drafty area of the house to avoid getting too cold. You should also move plants that may be sensitive to extreme direct light to more shady areas to avoid sunburn that will come when the temperatures rise. While the majority of the information for plant care focuses on outdoor annuals and perennials, this information on how to care for your outdoor potted plants will come in handy when they are brought indoors due to extreme cold or heat.
The Farmer’s Almanac also covers yearly seasonal and weather changes that can help plant parents prep for extreme temperatures
“The Old Farmer’s Almanac” continues to be quaint yet not antiquated. Its beautifully illustrated cover tells a story of a time long gone. The Almanac is filled with poetry, weather forecast, fun quotes, an eccentric classifieds listing, calendars that track the sun rises and sets, as well as calendars that track the lunar cycle. It is riddled with recipes, a recipe contest, and insights into astronomy and the zodiac. The Old Farmer’s Almanac is old while still having novelty and being a relevant, staple piece of history that will be in my home and many others for years to come.
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