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How to Grow Garlic

Learn everything you need to know to grow fresh garlic from a clove Don’t you wish that you could have cloves of garlic at your fingertips whenever you needed it for a recipe? Even if you’re a total amateur at gardening, garlic is a really easy herb that you can easily start growing at home. Before you start planting any old clove of garlic in your kitchen, there are a few things to keep in mind. When you finish reading, you’ll know how to grow and harvest a fresh supply of garlic you can use throughout the year. [ Edit ] Things You Should Know Plant garlic in the fall before the last frost so you can harvest it in the following summer. You can grow it in the ground or in a container. Sow cloves of seed garlic deep in well-draining soil in a spot that gets at least 6 hours of sunlight a day. Water garlic once a week during the growing season in the spring and summer. Dig up and harvest your garlic in the summer when the bottoms of the stems turn yellow. Let the bulbs dry out f

How to Remove Lipstick from Clothes

Stain removal methods for different types of lipstick Lipstick can look amazing on your face, but on your clothes, it's a very different story. Whether your toddler has taken to sketching amateur cartoons on your dress shirt or your lover has accidentally left a visible "smackeroo" on your collar, the best way to remove lipstick can depend on the precise type of lipstick used as well as the type of fabric used in your clothing. Thus, knowing how to identify both of these factors and treat the stain quickly can make the difference between saving your garment and having to send it to a professional. [ Edit ] Steps [ Edit ] Cleaning Via Absorption [ Edit ] Removing Your Lipstick Stain Lay the garment stain-down on an absorbent towel. Once you notice a lipstick stain, remove the garment as early as possible. To begin treating it, lay it stained-side down on top of a paper towel or rag — something disposable or that you don't mind staining. Make sure the material

How to Grow Chrysanthemums

Chrysanthemums make a bright, cheerful addition to any garden, but you might be surprised to learn how easy they are to grow! Keep reading for tips on how to care for them, like how and where to plant them and how often to water them. [ Edit ] Steps [ Edit ] Choosing a Healthy Spot Pick a spot outside that has access to sun 5-6 hours a day. Choose a spot in your yard that gets sunny — a little bit of shade is okay. Chrysanthemums like the morning sun, so try to place them in a spot that gets sunlight in the earlier hours of the day. [1] Ensure the soil is well-drained and fertile. Chrysanthemums don’t like being constantly wet, so make sure the soil is able to drain easily and that there’s plenty of air circulation. [2] If you're unsure whether or not your soil is able to drain efficiently, dig a hole using a shovel that's roughly deep. Fill the hole with water and see if all of the water is able to drain out in under 10 minutes. If it's not, your soil isn't

How to Enjoy Retirement

Retirement can be a happy time of life, but also comes with stress. When first entering retirement, it can be difficult to manage your expectations. So much free time can be overwhelming. However, there are many ways you can make the most out of your retired years. You can start by making a plan. Think about your budget, and how you would like to spend your time. From there, work on keeping busy. Join a local club or take up a new hobby. Make sure to keep social relationships strong during retirement. Retirement is a great time to get in touch with old friends and strengthen family bonds. [ Edit ] Steps [ Edit ] Planning for Retirement Manage your expectations. [1] To start, you'll want to manage your expectations. If you're anxious to get out of a stifling career, you may think retirement will be glorious. However, it's very normal for the transition into retirement to be stressful. Try to keep your expectations realistic, and expect some sadness in the early days of