Q: You can wash the jars by hand, or you could sanitize them in the dishwasher. Make sure to thoroughly rinse away all the detergent so your batch of pickled beets isn't compromised. Because the jars will be submerged in a hot bath and filled with hot liquid, there shouldn't be any issue with them being disinfected. Put a reminder on your calendar, and wait at least 2 weeks before you crack open a jar. You can definitely let them sit for longer, even for up to 1 year. You could give jars of beets as gifts. Create cute labels and stick them on the jars and give them away at the holidays. Once you open a jar of beets, it'll need to be stored in the fridge to help keep them good for longer. After you eat some, just make sure to refasten the lid tightly. If you notice any mold or odd smells when you open the jar, discard the beets.
A: Clean the glass jars and lids with hot water and detergent. Let the beets marinate for at least 2 weeks before you enjoy them. Store opened beets in the fridge for up to 3 months.

Q: Use distilled white vinegar and, if possible, distilled or filtered water. If you don't have those on hand, tap water will work fine. Put them in an empty spray bottle, attach the nozzle and shake briefly to combine them. Spray this mixture on kitchen and bathroom countertops, stovetops, backsplashes, toilet surfaces, tile, flooring and almost any smooth surface you wish. Wipe it up with a paper towel or sponge. Vinegar and water solutions can help eliminate dirt, soap scum, sticky spills and hard water. Mix one part lemon juice, one part white vinegar and two parts water in a spray bottle. Replace the nozzle and give it a shake. Spray the solution on smooth surfaces you want to disinfect, such as in the kitchen or bathroom. This mixture can typically eliminate 99% of bacteria from surfaces, making it ideal for sanitization. If the vinegar and water solution isn't getting rid of a carpet stain, add a teaspoon of mild dish soap to the spray bottle. Give it a shake, then spray it directly onto the stain. Allow it to soak for about two minutes, then gently blot at the spill with a clean towel or sponge. To clean heavy soap scum and mineral deposits, skip the water and pour white distilled vinegar into a spray bottle, straight from the jug. Replace the nozzle. Spray the solution onto the affected area, scrub with a brush or sponge and rinse with water. Use undiluted solutions for soap scum on shower walls and hard water deposits. For toilets, pour straight vinegar right into the bowl. Try disinfecting cutting boards with undiluted vinegar. Mix equal parts white vinegar and water, then pour them into a heat-safe bowl. Place the bowl in your microwave or conventional oven. Microwave or heat the solution long enough to bring it to a boil. Let it cool down a bit before you open the door. Odors will be eliminated and splattered food will be loosened and easy to wipe away. Measure out 1 cup (240 mL) of rubbing alcohol, 1 cup (240 mL) of water and 1 tablespoon of white vinegar. Pour them into a spray bottle. Spray the mixture onto glass, mirrors, ceramic tiles and chrome finishes, then wipe with a paper towel or microfiber cloth. This mixture is effective for cleaning and polishing glass surfaces. For a pleasant citrus scent, add one or two drops of orange essential oil to the mixture.
A: Mix equal parts water and vinegar in a spray bottle. Add lemon juice to disinfect surfaces. Add dish soap for persistent stains on carpet. Tackle tough stains and grime with undiluted vinegar. Put vinegar and water in a bowl to clean microwaves and ovens. Mix vinegar, rubbing alcohol and water to create a glass cleaner.

Q: Whitefly traps are available commercially. They are usually bright yellow strips of sticky cardboard, staked or hung above plants. As you might have guessed from this description, they are easy to make yourself as described below. Note that these traps will only catch adult whiteflies, and young wingless nymphs will still remain on the plants and damage leaves. Combine this with other treatments for best results. If you'd rather make your own traps, start by cutting plywood or masonite board into strips roughly 12 inches (30 centimeters) long and 6 in. (15 cm) wide. This size should be suitable for most plants, but you may use smaller ones if you only have a small flowerpot or two to protect. Use any type of paint to make your traps bright yellow, on both sides. Adult whiteflies are attracted to this color. Petroleum jelly mixed with an equal amount of mineral oil or detergent creates a long-lasting sticky adhesive. Alternatively, use a heavy-grade motor oil or a commercial product such as Tanglefoot. Whichever substance you choose, be sure to coat both sides of the trap generously with a paintbrush, so any whitefly landing on the trap will be stuck. Hang them above your plants, or stake them in the ground near your plants. The stakes should be at the same level as the leaves you see the whiteflies feeding on. One trap for every two large vegetable plants or flowerpots is a good guideline. Hopefully, there'll be plenty of dead whiteflies on the trap, along with dead leaves or other debris that gets stuck to them. Wash with soap and water or scrape the traps regularly to remove these, and reapply the sticky substance so you can catch more pests. After the whitefly population is mostly dead, and you only see a few on the traps, take down the traps. Because the traps also have the potential to kill whitefly predators, they are not recommended for a low level infestation, unless the predators fail to keep the whiteflies in control.
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Purchase whitefly traps (optional). Cut your own traps instead. Paint your traps bright yellow. Coat both sides of the trap with a sticky substance. Place them above plants. Clean the traps periodically. Remove the traps when the whiteflies are mostly gone.