Article: You'll need about twenty pounds of fruit to produce one gallon of wine. Each variety of grapes produces a different amount, but typically, vines average about five pounds of grapes each season. Depending on the reason for your vine growth, you can use these average numbers to decide how many vines you'll need. Always plant a few additional vines to ensure you produce the desired amount. An extra vine for every ten gallons of wine is typically adequate. Use the equation 5X/20 = desired gallons of wine. "X" represents the number of vines you will need to plant to achieve a specific number of gallons of wine. For example, 5X/20 = 100 gallons, so you'll need 400 vines to produce 100 gallons of wine. You'll need to allow for at least 6 feet between vineyard rows and at least 3 feet between plants. Because vines are prone to mildew and fungal growth, it's essential to allow for adequate space between plants so the leaves don't shade the neighboring vines. In most areas, running the vineyard on a downhill, southern facing slope, is ideal. However, in climates that regularly achieve temperatures above 90 degrees Fahrenheit (30 Celsius) you may want to choose a northern facing slope to protect grapes from extreme heat. Check with local land ordinance offices to make sure there are no regulations on land clearing before you get started. Many cities now require a specific number of trees per lot and other regulations. There are usually compromises like replacing trees that are cleared, but it's best to know and plan for these situations in advance. Nurseries order or grow vines for the next planting season, so you'll need to place an order one year in advance. It's essential to specify only one year old vines will be accepted. Some nurseries attempt to sell two year old vines that were not ready for sale in their first year, which may indicate the vine is unhealthy or will not produce adequately. Make sure the nursery you buy from provides certification for its plants and guarantees them against viruses and diseases for at least three years. Inspect each vine before accepting the delivery. Look for signs of root or vine damage like breaks or circled roots. Count the vines to ensure you've received the correct number. Once your vineyard is laid out, you'll need to dig a hole for each vine. Using a posthole digger of six to eight inches in diameter, you'll dig holes four to six inches deep. If the sides of the hole are "glazed," compacted while digging leaving them with a smooth appearance, rough the sides of the hole with a spade or other tool to allow the roots to expand naturally. Prior to planting, you should have your entire support system in place. Training systems are necessary to direct the growth of your starter vines, and the trellis system supports the weight of fully-grown vines. These systems are essential because the vine cannot support the full weight of the fruit it produces. Trellises can be a simple series of wires, decorative fencing, or more decorative options, depending on your needs. Fencing companies typically offer trellising services at minimal costs, and they have the experience to design and place a system that will support your vines. Consult with a landscaper or nursery specialist if you would like to build your own trellis system. In nature, grape vines grow on the sides of houses, along fence lines, and over other structures, so decorative trellises can be crafted from just about anything. Make sure your trellis system does not block sunlight from the vines. Be prepared to place your grape vines in the spring time. Most vines do best when planted after the last freeze and when there is decreased chance for frost. Place each vine in the previously dug holes. Tie the vine to the training post to direct the growth toward the trellis. From the tiniest phylloxera insects that commonly infest grapevines to larger pests like rabbits, deer, gophers, and birds, vineyards are constantly under attack. There are a variety of natural and structural pest solutions as well as chemical pesticides available to help you control pest problems. Consult with local winegrowers and your nursery to select pesticides that will discourage infestations without harming your grapes or wine. It's important to ask for expert help to avoid damaging your crop. Fence in your vines to discourage deer, raccoons, and other larger scavengers. Use netting to deter birds from eating grapes. Fill in rabbit and gopher holes with broken wine bottle shards to discourage these pests from digging near your vines.
Question: What is a summary of what this article is about?
Determine the right number of vines. Lay out your vineyard. Order your grape vines. Dig the holes. Set up a trellis and training systems. Plant your vines. Ward off pests.
Article: Women kissing women has become more common in popular culture over recent years. If the woman is open about a past experience with a woman, there is a chance she would want to do it again. You would need to gather more information, though, such as whether she liked doing it, who initiated it, and the context surrounding what happened. If her past or present includes girl-on-girl porn, that's another dead giveaway. If a woman enjoys watching a woman pleasure another woman, there's a chance she's imagining what it would be like to feel that way herself. Start generically. Ask which celebrity she has a crush on, and see if she names a woman. Or ask directly which female celebrity she finds the most attractive, and why, and see how she responds. Bring up issues in the news like gay marriage to see how she reacts. Such issues can be contentious, but broaching them can give you clues about her sexuality. You could mention that you are gay or bi to see how she reacts. Recognize that being bisexual can be a very confusing experience for some people. She might be very unclear about any of it, so resist the urge to label and seek bottom-line pronouncements. Just gather information. The best way to find out if a woman is bisexual is to ask her. Do this in a roundabout way at first, though, and if she's giving you more signals she might be bisexual, eventually come out and ask. For example, start by inquiring what she thinks of bisexuality. Or whether she's ever found another woman attractive. Or whether she's ever kissed a girl. If you show an openness and genuine empathy and interest in her experiences, without judgment or pressure, she may level with you. Don't be over-serious. Ask in a casual, light-hearted way. A woman might be bi-curious, meaning she wants to explore sexual activity with a member of the same sex. Such a person might be bisexual or they just aren't sure. A bisexual person is clearly attracted to people of both sexes, not just in it to see if they are. Of course, a bi-curious person could learn they are bisexual with more experience. Sexuality can be very fluid. Bisexual women sometimes get sick of being asked cliches. It's always a good idea to avoid generalizing any group of people and to instead get to know her as an individual. Insisting she must really be gay or implying that she's bisexual because she wants to have a lot of sex with different people or insisting you can change her (and make her either straight or gay) are things to avoid. Don't assume she's bisexual because she doesn't like or had a bad experience with men. Let her explain how she sees her own bisexuality. Let her define herself and her experiences. Make her feel comfortable talking about it. Tell her how much you respect gay and bisexual people and how many friends you have that are bisexual. Let her know that you think it is okay and that she can trust you Don't make quick judgments about her. The bottom line is that, although there are some ways to get clues, there is no way to know for sure if someone is bisexual just by looking at them.
Question: What is a summary of what this article is about?
Figure out whether she has had past experiences with women. Tease out her feelings. Go ahead and just ask her. Know the difference between bi-curiosity and bisexuality. Avoid saying things that might insult her.