| How to Grow Rosemary Indoors Posted: 21 Nov 2020 04:00 PM PST Rosemary is a popular herb to grow indoors because it's useful in cooking, decorative, and smells divine! Luckily, this herb is also easy to grow and pretty low-maintenance. Professionals recommend growing rosemary from a cutting rather than planting seeds because it grows much easier and faster that way.[1] However, you can always plant seeds if you don't have another rosemary plant handy. Then, all you need is a pot with soil and a sunny spot to grow your rosemary! [Edit]Propagating from Plant Cuttings - Clip a branch from a healthy rosemary plant. Rosemary grows best if you take a clipping from a healthy plant. Find a healthy plant and clip a branch at least long from the stem.[2]
- While any clipping will work, it's best to take the clipping in the spring. This is when rosemary grows, so the plant will be at its healthiest.[3]
- Trim the leaves off the bottom of the stem. The leaves on the bottom of the stem will get in the way when the plant is trying to grow. Use scissors and clip away the leaves on the bottom of the stem, starting from where you cut the branch off the main plant.[4]
- Don't tear off the leaves. This can damage the plant. Only clip them with a sharp pair of gardening scissors.
- Dip the end of the branch in hormone powder to help it grow. Hormone powder or rooting hormone is like a plant food to help the rosemary get started. Pour a bit of rooting powder onto a plate, then rub the cut tip of the branch in it. Just cover the cut section in powder.[5]
- This is an optional step, and isn't always necessary, but it can help the plant grow faster while it's propagating.
- Insert the rosemary into a jar of water. This is a trick to help the plant propagate faster. Pour of water into a clear jar and dip the clipped end of the rosemary into it.[6]
- The clipping will still probably propagate even if you plant it right in soil without soaking it first. However, it will definitely grow better if the root system is already established before you plant it.
- Leave the branch in a sunny spot until roots sprout. Move the jar of water into a sunny spot, like your windowsill. Leave the jar there for a few days until roots start coming out of the bottom. This helps the rosemary grow better in the soil.[7]
- If it takes more than a few days for the roots to sprout, then change the water.
- The roots don't have to be long. Just is fine to get the plant started.
- Fill a pot with loose soil with good drainage. Rosemary needs good drainage, so use a pot that's at least deep with drain holes and loose soil that won't trap water. Fill it with potting soil mixed with sand, vermiculite or perlite for better drainage.[8]
- Make sure the pot you use has drainage holes at the bottom. Rosemary can die if it gets too much water.
- You could use a larger pot, but this is the minimum amount of space the rosemary needs to grow.[9]
- Rosemary is pretty resilient, but prefers soil with a pH between 6.0 and 7.0.[10]
- Plant the rosemary cutting deep in the soil. Once the branch sprouts some roots, then it's ready for the soil. Poke a small hole about deep into the soil and push in the rooted end of the rosemary.[11] Pack the soil a bit so the branch stands up straight.
- A pot this size can handle up to 2 rosemary cuttings if you want to grow more.
- Water the plant a bit right after planting it. Just get the soil moist.
[Edit]Setting up the Right Environment - Place the pot near a window so it gets 6 hours of indirect sunlight daily. Rosemary likes a lot of sunlight, so put the plant near a window where it'll get at least 6 hours of sun per day. Just don't leave it in direct sunlight. Keep it in this spot through the whole growing process.[12]
- You might have to move the plant around if none of your windows get that much sun or the seasons change.
- Install HPS or fluorescent growth lamps if you don't have a sunny spot. You can still grow rosemary inside if your home doesn't get any sunlight. High-pressure sodium (HPS) or fluorescent lamps can mimic the sun and give your plant all the light it needs. Set one of these up and let it run for 11 hours a day so your plant grows properly.[13]
- You can also use a fluorescent light if your plant is near sunlight, but doesn't seem to be growing well. The light can make up for any light deficiencies.
- Make sure there is good air circulation to prevent mold growth. Rosemary is pretty resistant to diseases and pests, but mold can grow if the plants get too damp. Leave the plant in a spot with good air circulation to prevent moisture buildup and stop mold and mildew from growing.[14]
- If there is poor air circulation in your home or you're seeing some mildew build up, try pointing a fan at the plant to help keep it dry.[15]
- Keep the temperature around . Rosemary prefers warmer climates, so don't let it get too cold in your home. Keep the temperature near if possible, but don't let it fall below . [16]
- When the plant is first starting to sprout, warmer temperature might help it grow better. Try keeping the temperature around instead to see if this helps.[17]
[Edit]Caring for the Plant - Wet the plant's soil every 1-2 weeks. Rosemary doesn't need a lot of water, and too much water can cause root rot. Give the plant some water every 1-2 weeks to avoid drowning it. Let the plant and topsoil dry out before adding more water.[18]
- However, don't let the soil dry out completely. Only the topsoil should be dry.[19]
- One recommended method for watering is placing the pot in a larger container and filling the container with water. Let the plant absorb water through the pot's drainage holes for 1 hour, then take it out to avoid overwatering.[20]
- Fertilize the plant at the beginning of the spring. Rosemary usually doesn't need any fertilizer, but it could help if the plant isn't growing well. Apply fertilizer once in the spring to give the plant a boost during the growing season. If you took the plant cutting in the spring, then you can fertilize it right away.[21] Use a water-soluble liquid fertilizer and water the plant right after.[22]
- Only put the fertilizer on the topsoil around the base of the plant. Don't get any on the leaves or they could burn.
- Don't overdo it with the fertilizer. Rosemary actually does better in poor soil than well-fertilized soil.
- Treat the plant with soap-based insecticide if bugs are a problem. Rosemary is pretty resistant to bugs, especially if you keep it inside. However, there's always a chance that bugs will get to it. If you see any mites or scaly bugs crawling on the plant, then you can apply a soap-based insecticide to get rid of them.[23] Specific instructions vary for different products, but generally you can apply insecticide once a week.
- Always check the instructions on any insecticide you use so you use it correctly.
- Fertilizers high in nitrogen tend to make rosemary more vulnerable to bugs, so you might want to use a low-nitrogen fertilizer.
- Prune any browning leaves or branches. It's always possible for some leaves to dry out or get an infection. As soon as you see any brown spots, snip them off with a sharp pair of gardening scissors to prevent any problems from spreading.[24]
- Look especially for brown spots near the plant stem. These can overwhelm the plant quickly.
- Never pull or tear any leaves off. This could hurt the plant.
- Transplant the rosemary if it outgrows its original pot. You could keep the plant in its original pot if you want to, but if it overgrows that pot, then it's time to transplant. Get a larger pot and fill it with the same type of loose soil that you used in the first pot. Then carefully dig the rosemary out, including its roots, and re-plant it in the new pot.[25]
- Remember to water the plant right after you transplant it.
- If you want to move your rosemary outside, it's best to leave it in a pot. Rosemary that grew inside doesn't transplant very well outside.
- Harvest the plant in about a year if you want to use it for cooking. Rosemary can add a nice, spicy flavor to your meals, so you might want to use some when you cook. However, give the plant enough time to grow first. After about a year, you can take off branches without damaging the plant. Simply snip a few branches off near the stem of the plant and use them however you want.[26]
- This will take longer if you grew the plant from a seed. It'll probably be at least 15 months before you can use the plant.
[Edit]Things You'll Need - Rosemary plant or seeds
- Shears or scissors
- Rooting powder
- Potting Soil
- Spray bottle
- Clay pot
- Fluorescent grow light (optional)
- Rosemary that was grown indoors doesn't transplant well outdoors. If you want to move the plant outside, keep it in a pot instead of planting it in the ground. That way, you can move it back inside if it isn't thriving.[27]
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| How to Display Handbags at Home Posted: 21 Nov 2020 08:00 AM PST If you love collecting handbags, you've probably amassed quite a collection, so why not show them off? Handbags always look great when they're displayed in the store, but it can be difficult to showcase your own handbags once you get home. Fortunately, there are a few ways you can organize and arrange your clutches, purses, and satchels to show off their beauty inside and outside of the closet. [Edit]In Your Closet - Group your purses on door hooks. Throw a few door hooks over the top of your door, then hang up your handbags by the handles. When you open up your closet, your purses will be there to greet you every time! Plus, you can easily color match them with any outfit.[1]
- You can find plain, white door hooks at most home goods stores, or you can look for decorative ones online.
- Put up a few wire baskets on your closet door for a modern look. Wire baskets are great for holding small purses and clutches. Grab a few of these baskets and attach them to the inside of your closet door with 2 screws, then arrange your purses inside of them. Tuck the handles in so they don't fall everywhere when you open the door.[2]
- If you don't have enough room on the back of your closet door, try affixing the shelves to a wall instead.
- Display your handbags on your shelves along with your shoes. If you have a big enough closet space where you can put your shoes on shelves, your handbags will probably look great there, too. Stuff your larger handbags with bubble wrap or newspaper to keep them standing upright, then arrange them in between your nicest heels.[3]
- This is a great technique to try if you have shelving units in your closet.
- Now your closet will look picturesque, just like a boutique!
- Separate your handbags with magazine organizers. Magazine organizers are great places to keep small clutches while still being able to see them. Set a few of these up on a shelf in your closet, then arrange your small handbags inside. You'll still be able to see the color and shape, so you can easily grab whichever purse you'd like.[4]
- You can find organizers like this at most craft supply or home goods stores.
- If you don't want to go for clear ones, pick colorful ones that match the rest of your bedroom décor.
- Use shower curtain rings to hang your handbags easily. If you have closet space and you want to keep your handbags up off the ground, attach a few shower curtain rings to the wooden rod in your closet, then hang your handbags by the handle. You can easily slide them back and forth to look through all your bags and pick the one you want to wear.[5]
- If any of your handbags have delicate straps, this might not be a great idea. Hanging your handbags can put a lot of tension on the strap connections, leading to wear and tear over time.
- Arrange smaller handbags in hanging organizers. Grab a small cloth organizer (kind of like a shoe organizer but for handbags) and throw it over the top of your closet door. Set your handbags inside of it for easy access and a nice arrangement.[6]
- You can find handbag organizers at most home goods stores.
- These organizers are usually only big enough for small to medium-sized handbags, so your larger ones might need somewhere else to go.
- Mount a pegboard if you have space. Attach a wooden pegboard to the back of your closet (if you don't like the brown, you can paint it white) with 4 screws, 1 in each corner. Use pegboard hooks to hang your handbags by the straps and keep them up and out of the way.[7]
- You can also use your pegboard to hang little notes to yourself, add signs, or organize necklaces.
[Edit]Outside the Closet - Keep your handbags out of direct sunlight. As you arrange your handbags, make sure you keep them away from windows or natural light. UV rays can fade the surface of handbags, so it's best to keep them in a room with shades.[8]
- If you can't avoid putting your handbags in natural light, just be sure to rotate which side faces out every few weeks. That way, the entire bag will get the same amount of exposure to light.
- This is especially important for expensive handbags that you don't want to ruin.
- Attach a few plastic hooks to the wall to hang your handbags. You can easily hang your handbags up on the wall by using plastic hooks that attach to your wall with Velcro strips. Hang up a few of these right outside your closet so you can easily pick out which handbag matches your outfit each morning.[9]
- If you can't find adhesive hooks, you can always hang a few up with nails.
- Use a mounted coat rack to hang multiple handbags at once. Coat racks don't have to be for coats! Use a coat rack that mounts to the wall to hang your long-handled handbags and keep them by the door for easy reach.[10]
- You can also use this coat rack to hang necklaces, bracelets, and scarves.
- Sort your handbags in cubbies to organize and flaunt them. When you walk into most luxury handbag stores, the first thing you notice is the wall of purses and clutches. You can replicate this by buying a wooden cubby shelf and putting it up in your room. Then, arrange your handbags so they each have their own cubby and they're standing upright.[11]
- Depending on how many handbags you have, you can buy a small cubby (one that reaches the middle of your wall) or a large one (one that spans the entire width of the wall).
- You can also use this cubby to display your heels, too.
- Dedicate an entire bookshelf just to handbags. Similar to the cubby, a bookshelf can draw attention to your handbags, too. Get one large enough to hold all of your handbags, then arrange them side by side, kind of like books. You'll be surprised at just how many bags you can fit on one shelf![12]
- If you don't want to buy a brand new bookshelf, look for one at a thrift store to save some money.
- You could sort your bags by size, color, or material for a fun, eye-catching display.
- Drape your smaller handbags on a full-length mirror. Lean your full-length mirror against the wall and wrap the handles of your handbags around the top 2 corners. Make sure the bodies of the bags aren't blocking the view, though![13]
- If your mirror is mounted to the wall, this trick won't work.
- Show off clutches using a wine rack. Wine rack, purse rack—it's all the same. Mount a small wine rack to your walls and replace the bottles with small purses and clutches. You can pick them out every day and pretend like you're sipping on a beautifully aged pinot noir.[14]
- If you have room in your kitchen, this can be a cute way to incorporate your handbags as part of the décor.
- Stuff your handbags with bubble wrap or newspapers so they keep their shape.
- Try to store your bags upright to avoid creasing and cracking.
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| How to Make Savoury French Toast Posted: 21 Nov 2020 12:00 AM PST Do you have a breakfast with your relatives, and they're all bringing a variety of delicious foods, but you have nothing to bring? Your friends and family are all bring dishes like toast and omelets, but you just sit there awkwardly. Well, this article will be teaching how to make a quick and delicious breakfast toast that everyone will find appetizing! [Edit]Ingredients - 1 egg
- 2 slices of white bread
- Oil
- Salt (optional)
- Syrup or Flavoring (Optional)
- Prepare the egg. This recipe requires only one egg, which will make approximately one serving of egg toast. Start by cracking your egg into a large, flat bowl that is wide enough for your bread. Beat the egg continuously until there are no more traces of egg white, and you are left with a cohesive liquid.
- Make sure you beat carefully and thoroughly so that your dish will be evenly cooked, and taste the same throughout.
- You can use anything instead of an egg beater that is a decent beating tool, such as a whisk, or even a fork.
- You can add a pinch of salt for extra flavor, but this is not required to make the dish.
- Slice the bread. Since this delicious dish uses eggs as the main source of nutrition, the bread should not be anything complicated. We recommend you use plain white bread found in your local market, but whole grain should work just as good. The shape of your bread doesn't really matter, but we recommend you cut it diagonally into 2 equal triangles, so you can save some bread.
- You can cut the crust off, depending on your preference. But note that if you don't like the toughness of the crust, the bread crust softens after cooking with the egg, leaving a soft, crunchy texture throughout.
- Prepare the pan. The pan of this dish should be somewhat larger than the bread, leaving enough room for excess egg mixture, as some of it will separate from your bread. Start the fire or heat the stove top to medium power and let your pan sit there, preheating, for a couple of minutes before you start. Put about of oil, or butter, onto the pan and spread it around. Be careful so that you don't put too much, or it will get too oily. (You can skip this step if you have a nonstick pan.) If you put too little, your toast may stick onto the pan. The right amount is just a little less than you would use to fry an egg.
- Dip your bread. Before just putting your bread directly into the pan, you will need to dip it in the egg mixture you had prepared earlier. Dip your bread into the bowl you mixed the egg in, it should fit perfectly. Make sure you let the bread soak up the egg, but make sure you don't leave it in so long that it falls apart.
- Don't dip too much or else you will run out of the egg mixture, and your bread could fall apart. However, make sure you don't add too little or else it could ruin the taste, and texture of this dish.
- If you feel like you have prepared too little of the egg mixture, you can crack more as needed.
- Put your bread into the pan. Now that your bread is dipped and wet, you need to put your bread into the pan. Do so by carefully placing it in the middle of the pan. It is perfectly normal if some of the egg mixture drips off your bread and onto the pan, just remember to scrape this up before cooking the next piece to avoid burning. Place carefully.
- Cook your bread. Fry your bread at medium heat until one side is golden brown. The upper side should be light yellow. Check the bottom side every once in a while to make sure it is not burning, but a perfect golden color. Then, flip the bread and do the same for the other side.
- Be careful not to rip your bread in the process, as the bread will become very soft. (The bread in the picture above has already been flipped).
- Take it out. When both sides are cooked golden brown, turn off the heat. Carefully take out the bread with a fork or a spatula. Since your bread has just finished cooking, it will still be hot, so make sure you do not touch it. Your savory egg toast is almost done!
- Repeat. Repeat the previous steps until you run out of egg mixture, or you're satisfied with the amount you have made. Your bread will cook faster after the first slice, since your pan has already been heated.
- Flavor it. Now that all the cooking is complete, you have the option to add some more flavor to it, or just eat it plain. You can add anything you would like. Here are some of the things you can add on top of your bread:
- Syrup (Maple, chocolate, etc.)
- Condensed Milk
- Honey
- Sugar
- Jam
- Enjoy your savory French toast! Just try not to eat too much!
[Edit]Things You'll Need - Plate(s)
- Bowl
- Frying Pan
- Egg Beater (replaceable)
- Bread Knife (replaceable)
- Spatula (replaceable)
- Fork (suggested)
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