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Tips For November Bulb Planting
As I left Wal Mart the other day I notice they have a variety of bulbs for sale still. They caught my eye because I have a weakness for all things that bloom. I have to admit I was tempted to make a purchase. But trying to be conscious of my budget and not wanting to regret my purchase, I decided to wait and do some research before I came home with a bag full of bulbs.
When I got home my curiosity had gotten the best of me and I had to find out if it was still possible to plant spring bulbs this late in the year. With a little bit of research I found out it is still possible to plant bulbs but only because we have had such a warm fall. As long as the frost hasn’t penetrated the ground too deep it’s safe to plant these spring beauties. Here are a few tips for planting bulbs before the cold settles in.
Bulb Planting Tips
1. Dig holes as deep as indicated on the package. This is usually between 3 to 7 inches deep.
2. Mix the soil with peat moss and compost when preparing to place the bulb.
3. Add a small amount of slow release fertilizer.
4. Place bulbs with the point facing upward.
5. For better display, plant the bulbs in clusters and not in a single line.
6. Plant bulbs in containers for a Spring surprise. Wood, plastic and fiberglass are great options.
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Spring Break “Staycation” Ideas
This year with gas prices on the rise and people trying to hang onto their hard earned paychecks and many families are choosing to spend spring break at home. Treating spring break as a “staycation” doesn’t have to be boring. Your options are only limited by your imagination.
Spring break is a much needed break from the busy routine of school and work. If your not headed out of town you can still find time to take a break from the normal routine of everyday life. Take a minute to relax and look around your community. Odds are there are plenty of things you haven’t had time to explore.
Here are a few ideas for a Spring “Staycation.”
Picnic– Do you have a favorite park in town? Pack your favorite lunch and head over to the park for the afternoon. Throw in the rollerblades, skateboards or bikes for a little extra excitement.
A Trip to the Zoo– When was the last time you visited your local zoo? Make a day out of visiting the zoo. Many offer special deals during spring break so check the internet for current discount and coupons.
Local Hotels– If you just can’t get away for the entire week of spring break, think about spending one night at a local hotel. Swim in the pool, order room service or grab a pizza and take in a movie. Just the change of environment can help you to feel like you’ve had a vacation.
State Parks– Are you close to your state park? Hiking, camping, fishing and canoeing are all fun activities to participate in while exploring your local wilderness.
Block Parties – Chances are there are other families in your neighborhood who haven’t left home either. Throw a block party. Choose a theme, decorate and invite the neighbors out.
Backyard Camp Out – Pitch a tent in the back yard. Make some smores in the oven and watch the stars.
Historic Sites– Check out local historic sites and learn a little more about the area you live in.
These are just a few ideas for spending your spring break at home. I think we might try geocaching. How do you spend you spring break?
Tackle Spring Cleaning- Tips For Mattress Cleaning
When I think of Spring Cleaning, I try to think of the things I have neglected to clean throughout the cold winter months. Making my list is a little discouraging, who would have thought I would have so much to do. I guess that is what happens when you hibernate all winter. Although my long list may be daunting with chores all over the house, I’m ready to tackle it.
The other day as I began pulling the sheets of the bed to wash I was greeted by a surprise. I found my 2 year old had left his sippy cup tuck between the covers of the bed, forgotten during our most recent game of hide and seek. This supposedly “no leak” toddler cup had left a small puddle of juice that soaked through the sheets and mattress pad and leaving it’s mark on the mattress. So now another task added to my list – clean the mattress.
I’m never quite sure where to start when it comes to cleaning the mattress so I turned to my ever trusted friend,the internet, for a little advice. Here is what I found.
Tips for Mattress Cleaning
A mattress should be cleaned about every six months.
Vacuum the top of a mattress with an upholstery attachment of the vacuum.
For stain removal use a damp cloth with a very small amount of upholstery shampoo. (Do this carefully to ensure that you do not damage the layers of the mattress or create an environment where mold can grow.)
Use a good mattress pad to protect the mattress from stains and dust mites.
Extra Tip:
To make sure the mattress wears evenly you don’t have to flip it. Just rotate it from head to toe every six months.
Spring Cleaning Success – Organize Your Cleaning Supplies
Freshening up the house with a good cleaning is almost a ritual at spring time. This week Spring has officially sprung and as I start to see the snow disappear and the first blades of grass appear, I too start feeling a need for change. I always look forward to opening the windows and airing the staleness out of the house that seems to gather in the corners of the rooms during the winter months.
Giving the house a good overall cleaning is a great way to move forward with Spring and makes me feel less guilty when I start spending more time outdoors. With all the coupons for cleaning supplies out right now, it makes me feel like it’s a good time to restock the cleaning items I may be running low on. I feel that one of the most important steps to have a successful round of spring cleaning is to be organized.
Some people keep cleaning supplies all over the house. Friends of mine keep a supply stocked in the kitchen and each bathroom. I prefer to keep all of my cleaning supplies in one location, in a portable container and something like Clorox Wipes in the kitchen and bathrooms to clean when you need something quick. This keeps my kids out of my supplies and I don’t have to worry about little ones getting into something they shouldn’t.
I hate running from room to room when I am cleaning. I usually leave to get something I need and then end up distracted by other things I need to do as I pass them along the way. I find myself feeling scattered and as if I never complete the job I started. So to keep things on track I like to have everything that I need on hand in one location (my cleaning bucket) in order to complete the job quickly.
There are a few items that I think are essential to my cleaning bucket. Keeping the core items together that I need to clean helps to keep me on task and saves me time.
My list of essentials for the cleaning bucket.
A bathroom cleaner – something with a sanitizer to disinfect the bathroom.
Multi – Surface Cleaner – This way I can clean all the counter tops in the house easily.
Toilet Cleaner– I prefer something with bleach.
Windex – To easily clean windows and mirrors.
Toilet Brush
Pumice Stone– To help scrub stains in the toilet bowl.
Hand Scrub brush
Magic Eraser – I love this for cleaning walls.
Old tooth brush – Great for cleaning in small spaces.
Micro Fiber Cloths or Paper Towels
Rubber Gloves – Save your hands from the harsh chemicals.
This is my current list of must have to clean the house. Although I am looking for more natural substitutions that clean just as well. What are your favorite cleaning supplies?
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