| How to Plant Daylilies Posted: 25 Apr 2018 01:00 AM PDT Daylilies are hardy perennial plants that produce a gorgeous rainbow of blooms. They are a great choice for novice gardeners because they are easy to maintain, resistant to pests and disease, highly adaptable, and drought tolerant. Choose a planting location with full sun and well-drained soil to ensure your daylilies thrive. Plant these vigorous growers at least apart to give them plenty of room to spread out! EditChoosing a Planting Location - Purchase nursery-grown starter plants or obtain root divisions. Daylilies are difficult to start at home. Visit your local nursery and buy a few starter plants. If you know another gardener in the process of dividing daylilies, ask if they'd be willing to share some of their root divisions with you.[1]
- Root divisions are created when multi-stemmed plants are pulled apart to form single stems.
- Daylilies are vigorous growers and often used as ground cover. They will spread and form a dense mat after a few seasons.
- Choose a site that gets at least 6 hours of full sun daily. Daylilies prefer full sun, although they will tolerate partial shade. To get the most blooms, choose a location that receives a minimum of 6 hours of direct sunlight each day. However, daylilies can easily handle 8 to 12 hours of full sun daily.[2]
- Daylilies planted in the shade will bloom less frequently.
- Select an area with soil that drains well. Daylilies are hardy and can withstand almost any kind of soil, but they thrive in well-drained soil. To test your soil's drainage, dig a hole that is wide and deep. Fill the hole with water. If the water drains in 10 minutes or less, you have well-draining soil. If it takes an hour or more, your soil drainage is poor.[3]
- To amend soil that drains poorly, add some organic matter like well-rotted manure, wood chips, pea gravel, or peat moss. Mix it into the existing soil thoroughly.
- Test the soil for a pH between 6 and 7. Daylilies like slightly acidic soil. Purchase a soil testing kit from your local nursery and perform a reading by following the included instructions. Anything under 7 is considered acidic. Anything above 7 is considered alkaline.[4]
- To reduce acidity in your soil, add garden limestone.
- To reduce alkalinity, amend the soil with sulfur, gypsum, or sphagnum peat moss.[5]
EditPlanting Root Divisions - Plant daylilies in early spring or early fall. The best time to transplant or divide daylilies is early spring and early fall. If you transplant or divide in early spring, the lilies may not bloom until the following summer. If you transplant in early fall, do so right after summer blooming, at least 1 month before the first hard frost.[6]
- Daylilies are perennials, which means they go dormant during winter and then come back each spring.
- Till the soil and mix in compost or well-rotted manure. Use a till or shovel to turn the soil to a depth of about . Remove any rocks and debris you find in the soil. Add a few shovels of compost to the soil and work it in using your till or shovel.[7]
- The organic matter in compost and manure encourages copious blooming and helps the soil retain moisture.
- Dig a by hole in the tilled soil. The hole needs to easily accommodate the roots of the division or transplant without bending or crowding them. A by will usually do the trick, but adjust as needed. Use a shovel to dig the hole and deposit the upturned soil on the ground right next to the hole.[8]
- Situate the roots in the hole. Hold the root division by the crown and place it in the hole. Fan the roots out in the hole. Make sure the crown is below the ground line. The crown is where the stem and roots meet. The soil level above the roots should be about even with the soil in the new location.[9]
- If the hole needs to be adjusted for the crown, pull out the division and amend the hole as needed.
- Each root division will have 2 to 3 stems.
- Add soil around the roots to refill the hole. Continue to hold the division by the crown as you add soil to the hole. Do not tamp down the dirt around the roots. You want the soil to be loose and not compacted at all. Gently push the soil down around the roots with your free hand so that the crown stands up straight.[10]
- Packing down the soil may reduce soil drainage around the plant.
- Plant the root divisions to apart. Daylilies are vigorous growers and they don't like competition, so give them plenty of space. Even when they're spaced this far apart, daylilies will naturally fill in the empty space around themselves as they grow. Each plant will eventually expand up to in diameter.[11]
- If you plan to divide your plants during the next season, planting them apart is fine. If you don't want to divide them, give them about of space.
- Water each planted root division thoroughly. Root divisions will be thirsty after they've been planted. Give each plant a thorough watering. Water your new transplants gently so that the soil around them isn't disturbed. You may want to use a watering can for this first watering.
EditMaintaining Daylilies - Give daylilies of water each week. Daylilies are drought-resistant, but they bloom best when they have moist soil. Water them in the morning or evening once each week. If your daylilies are planted in sandy soil, you may want to water them twice a week to ensure their soil stays moist.[12]
- Over-watering can cause crown rot, so be careful.
- Avoid watering daylilies during the midday heat.
- Fertilize daylilies in the late spring. Fertilizing lightly each spring after the initial planting will boost their growth for summer blooming. Use an extended release fertilizer for best results. Other than that, you can use any kind of fertilizer you want as long as it's relatively low in nitrogen.[13]
- Mulch your daylily plants in the summer. Daylilies don't require winter mulch, but they will appreciate an organic mulch during the summer. They aren't very particular about the type of mulch you use, so feel free to experiment. Take care not to cover the crown of the plant with mulch.[14]
- Straw, grass clippings, and leaves are all good choices for mulch.
- Summer mulching helps the soil retain water and lowers the soil temperature during the hot summer days. Mulch also helps crowd out weeds.[15]
- Watch out for spider mites during the summer. Daylilies are quite resistant to most pests, but spider mites can sometimes be a problem during the hot and dry summer months. If you see any spider mites on your plants, simply rinse them away with a forceful spray of water. Check the plants frequently and repeat the rinsing, if needed.
- If the mites are particularly tenacious, you can also use an insecticide.[16]
EditDividing Daylilies - Divide daylily plants every 3 to 5 years after initially planting them. Dividing the plants will rejuvenate them and improve blooming. Since daylilies grow so vigorously, they will likely need the additional space to stay healthy, as well. Divide daylilies after they have bloomed, but prior to the first frost.[17]
- Raise the whole daylily plant clump from the earth. Slice it into 6 to 8 sections (root divisions). Each root division should have several stems on the roots. Lop the foliage back 6 inches and remove any stems that look stunted or unhealthy.[18]
- Only choose your healthiest daylilies for division.
- Cutting back the foliage helps the roots establish themselves more easily when replanted.
- Replant the root divisions to apart. Dig a by hole for each division. Put 1 division in each hole and refill the hole with soil. Make sure the crown is below the ground line. Water the new transplants thoroughly.
- Make sure that the crown isn't too deep. Replanting that way can cause the crown to rot.
- The daylilies will grow and fill in the new space around them.
- Although daylilies don't tend to be bothered by most disease or insects, they are attractive to deer, which may invade your garden and eat them.
EditThings You'll Need - Daylily starter plants or root divisions
- Spade or garden fork
- Shovel
- Mulch
- Fertilizer
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| How to Enable Dark Mode on iPhone or iPad Posted: 24 Apr 2018 05:00 PM PDT Have you ever wondered how to get a dark theme on your iPhone, iPad, or iPod Touch running iOS? A partial dark mode that darkens the dock and menu bars has been on Macs since OS X Yosemite,[1] [2] but Apple hasn't yet added an official dark mode/theme to its mobile operating system, iOS. Dark mode makes the screen more comfortable on your eyes, especially at night—considering it has a black background with light text. Edit10 Second Summary EditEnabling Smart Invert (iOS 11) 1. Update to iOS 11. Go to (Settings > General > Software Update).
2. Open Settings if not already.
3. Tap General.
4. Tap Accessibility.
5. Tap Display Accommodations.
6. Tap Invert Colors.
7. Slide "Smart Invert" to the "On" position.
EditEnabling Regular Invert Colors 1. Open Settings.
2. Tap General.
3. Tap Accessibility.
4. Tap Display Accommodations.
5. Slide "Invert Colors" to the "On" position.
EditEnabling Smart Invert (iOS 11) - Update to iOS 11 or a later version. Go to > > > wait for your device to check for updates > tap or . Smart Invert was added in iOS 11, meaning you'll need to be running it to turn it on.
- Open the Settings app. Locate and tap the gray gear icon with the word "Settings" right below it. It's located on the home screen, usually on the very first page.
- To access and navigate the home screen, press the Home button (the physical round button at the bottom of your device). Swipe left and/or right to switch home screens until you find it.
- Go to the section. It's usually pushed to the left pane and selected by default on iPads, but your settings app was left open, you may be taken to a different section of the Settings app.
- Go to the Accessibility settings. Tap from the list of settings pages. This section of the Settings app contains options and features that make your device easier to use.[3]
- Go to the Display Accommodations settings. Tap from the list of settings pages. The Display Accommodations section offers specific vision settings, mainly for users with visual challenges such as visual disabilities and visual impairments.[4]
- Tap . This section comprises both the classic invert colors setting and the new Smart Invert setting.
- Toggle on "Smart Invert". The following official feature explanation given in the settings app tells what will happen: Smart Invert Colors reverses the colors of the display, except for images, media and some apps that use dark color styles.[5]
EditEnabling Regular Invert Colors - Open the Settings app. Locate and tap the gray gear icon with the word "Settings" right below it. It's located on the home screen, usually on the very first page.
- To access and navigate the home screen, press the Home button (the physical round button at the bottom of your device). Swipe left and/or right to switch home screens until you find it.
- Go to the section. It's usually pushed to the left pane and selected by default on iPads, but your settings app was left open, you may be taken to a different section of the Settings app.
- Go to the Accessibility settings. Tap from the list of settings pages. This section of the Settings app contains options and features that make your device easier to use.[6]
- Go to the Display Accommodations settings. Tap from the list of settings pages. The Display Accommodations section offers specific vision settings, mainly for users with visual challenges such as visual disabilities and visual impairments.[7]
- Tap on the section (iOS 11+ only).
- Toggle on "Invert Colors" or "Classic Invert" on iOS 11+. Doing so will reverse all the colors on your screen, turning white to black. Since most of the iOS user interface has a white/light gray background, most of the backgrounds will become black.
- You can modify settings to set a handy shortcut to enable Smart Invert when triple-pressing the home button. To do so, go to Settings > General > Accessibility > Accessibility Shortcut > and tap "Smart Invert".[8]
- Smart Invert doesn't work well with many third-party applications (non-Apple apps). For instance, it will invert the display's colors on an Instagram photo in the Instagram app, but photos in the default Photos app will appear identical to when Smart Invert is disabled.
- Enabling Smart Invert will disable Night Shift.
EditThings You'll Need - iPhone, iPad, or iPod Touch
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| How to Hide Leg Veins Posted: 24 Apr 2018 09:00 AM PDT Leg veins sometimes become swollen due to poor circulation or genetics, and can be an unsightly feature when visible. Wearing shorts or swimsuits may become a problem if you are self-conscious about your leg veins showing. Fortunately, you can hide your veins temporarily by using body foundation, and use natural remedies and exercise to improve your circulation and minimize the appearance of your veins. EditUsing Body Makeup to Conceal Veins - Start with clean, exfoliated legs. The makeup will be easier to apply and last longer if your skin is free of dirt, oil, and dander. Take a shower, dry your legs, and use a textured sponge or bristle brush to gently scrub your skin in a circular motion to remove dead skin cells. Then rinse off again in the shower.[1]
- Buy a concealer designed for hiding veins. Many skin care and makeup companies offer products designed specifically to cover up leg veins. Look for these products in your local pharmacy or beauty supply shop.
- These concealers are generally yellow- or orange-tinted to help hide the blue tone of your veins.[2]
- It's a good idea to buy waterproof concealer, especially if you will be at the beach.[3]
- Apply the concealer only where your veins are visible. This will help give your legs a more even skin tone. Most concealers come in liquid form, and can be applied with a soft makeup brush.
- Apply it directly on the vein area and then use the brush to feather it out slightly so that you don't have a visible line where the concealer ends.[4]
- You can also apply the concealer with your fingers, but it may be difficult to clean off.[5]
- Apply body foundation over the concealer and the rest of your legs. To make the concealer less visible, you can put a layer of body foundation on your legs. This will blend the concealer with the rest of your legs and also give you a more even, smooth-looking skin tone.[6]
- Choose a foundation that matches the skin tone of your legs, not your face, which may be darker.[7]
- Use a makeup removal product to clean your legs at the end of the day. Like face makeup, it's best not to leave any makeup you apply to your legs on overnight. It can clog your pores and irritate your skin over time.[8]
- Use a creamy cleanser designed for removing heavy makeup. Soap and water alone will not remove the makeup thoroughly.[9]
- Try self-tanning lotion for a more lasting effect. If you want your veins to be less visible without having to apply makeup, try using a self-tanning product. Darker skin makes veins less obvious. Choose a moisturizing tanning lotion to keep your skin healthy.[10]
EditImproving Circulation to Minimize Veins - Exercise regularly to improve circulation in your legs. Walking, biking, and leg lifts are all good ways to keep your legs in motion on a regular basis. Exercise will improve your health overall, and reduce the appearance of veins.[11]
- Keep your legs elevated when resting. If possible, keep your legs slightly raised when you are sleeping or sitting for extended periods. You can do this by putting a pillow or two under legs at night, and by using footrests when possible.[12]
- Ideally, your feet should be elevated above the level of your heart.
- Avoid sitting and standing for prolonged periods. When your legs are inactive for long stretches of time, your blood circulation is reduced. This can worsen the condition of your veins and make them more visible. Try to move around and get your blood flowing often.[13]
- If you have an office job, try sitting on an exercise ball instead of a chair. This will keep your legs in motion.[14]
- Wear compression stockings during the day. Talk to your doctor about what size and compression strength you should use, and how long you should use them for. Get at least 2 pairs so you can wear one while the other is in the wash.[15]
- Wear your stockings every day for as long as your doctor recommends, and remove them at night.
EditUsing Natural Remedies - Spritz your legs with apple cider vinegar to improve your circulation. Drip or spray a little undiluted apple cider vinegar over your veins and gently massage it into your skin. Do this twice a day for a few months. This will get your blood flowing and should lessen the appearance of your veins.[16]
- Massage your legs with coconut oil. Regular self-massage is a good way to increase blood flow in your legs, and it can also help relieve soreness. Warm the coconut oil until it is about the consistency of olive oil and massage your legs using gentle, upward strokes.[17]
- You can massage your legs at least once every day, or whenever they feel sore.
- Be careful not to push directly on any bulging veins.
- Apply aloe vera gel to your legs. If you have access to an aloe vera plant, you can break the tip off of a stalk and use the juice that comes out of it. Rub the gel gently into your legs where your veins are visible to improve your circulation.[18]
- Aloe vera gel can also be bought at most pharmacies and beauty supply shops.
- If you have very large or visible leg veins, consult your doctor.[19]
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