The Old Farmer’s Almanac Garden Journal: Your Trusted Gardening Companion―A Beautifully Illustrated Journal for Recording Seasons, Ideas, and Everyday Growth by Old Farmer’s Almanac

Sharpen a pencil and get ready for a great year of growing with the Garden Journal, Volume 1, brought to you by The Old Farmer’s Almanac, America’s trusted gardening resource since 1792 and the creators of the much-loved Old Farmer’s Almanac Gardening Wall Calendar! Not your typical blank journal, this attractive and useful undated journal, the first in the Garden Journals series, provides perennial beauty and inspiration for recording observations, ideas, and more. It’s designed to celebrate the wonder and joy of plants in our lives. Nature lovers and gardeners of every skill level will find the journal a welcome muse all year long—a canvas for self-expression throughout the seasons. This journal is here to make your year extra special; it’s your everyday companion, a motivational keepsake, and a timeless collection of your reflections—all in one! Essential and fun features are at your fingertips, including: journal pages to record both your year in growing and life’s special moments stunning botanical illustrations to brighten the pages throughout garden wisdom and inspiration to help you nurture your creativity a metal Wire-O binding to allow the journal to lie flat for easy handling Read more

From the Publisher When to Water Your Vegetable Garden Like us, plants drink water to stay hydrated—not too little, but not too much! When is the best time to water to prevent evaporation? Here are some tips on the best ways to water your plants. When to Water Your Plants If your plants are in the ground (vs. a pot), the general rule is that plants need 1 inch of water per week. However, this does NOT mean watering 1 time per week. That doesn’t usually do the job. Plants do best when watered deeply about 3 times a week, factoring in the rain. If the plants are seedlings, water them twice a day until established. It’s best to water early in the day while the dew is still on the leaves so the foliage dries off by evening. However, if you cannot water in the morning, watering in the evening is fine, too. Just avoid the middle of the day to avoid water loss due to evaporation. How to Measure 1 Inch of Water So, what is “1 inch of water” per week? First, an inch of water is defined as a 1-inch-deep layer of water over the entire soil surface that needs watering. To measure 1 inch of water, you can either purchase an inexpensive rain gauge or try this DIY trick: Place four or five small containers (straight sided) around the garden while the water is flowing during the rainfall. A tuna can is a good container to use. Mark 1 inch up from the bottom of the can. When 1 inch of water from rain or irrigation collects in the containers, that indicates that 1 inch of water was applied to the garden. Again, don’t just rely on the “1-inch” guideline. If the soil is dry an inch beneath the surface, your garden probably needs watering. We also find it helpful to keep the following watering formula in mind: 1 inch of water per 1 square foot = 0.62 gallons. How to Water Your Garden • For a small garden, it’s fine to use a watering can, a watering wand, or a hose with a good nozzle that allows you to water right at the soil level near the plant. • If you have more dense plantings or larger plants, lay your hose directly on the ground near the plant so the water goes where it is needed. A good way to direct the water to the plants is to dig a little trench around the plants and allow water to flow into them. • If you have a larger garden with plants spaced 1 foot or more apart, consider investing in “drip irrigation.” This is done mainly with hoses or plastic tubes with small holes in them that deliver a relatively small amount of water directly to the root zone; by supplying optimum moisture, periods of water stress can be avoided. The hoses or tubes are placed down the rows, and water slowly trickles out. The 2025 Old Farmer’s Almanac Container Gardener’s Handbook Flower Gardener’s Handbook Vegetable Gardener’s Handbook 2025 Old Farmer’s Almanac Moon Calendar 2025 Old Farmer’s Almanac Gardening Calendar Buying Options Add to Cart Add to Cart Add to Cart Add to Cart Buying Options Customer Reviews — 204 744 6,949 299 1,022 Price — no data $11 50 $14 29 $12 48 $10 67 — no data