The best way to keep your Ugg boots looking fresh and new is to protect them from stains in the first place. Take your boots outdoors or to a well-ventilated area, then hold the can about 6in (15cm) away from the boots and spray them evenly. Wet the surface well, but do not soak the boots, then leave them in a cool, ventilated area for at least 24 hours. Once the boots are dry, brush them with a suede brush to lift the pile. You can purchase suede protector from a big-box store, leather shop, or directly from Ugg. Sunlight and heat can damage suede, causing it to discolor, shrink, and crack. Do not keep your Ugg boots in front of a heater or near a window where they'll be exposed to full sunlight. For instance, if your heater vent blows in a certain corner of your room, you wouldn't want to store your boots there. Although Ugg boots are very warm and are popular in the wintertime, they are not made to be weatherproof. If you're wearing your Uggs and it's raining or snowing, try not to walk through deep puddles or drifts of snow. If you do wear them when it's rainy or snowy out, wipe off your boots with a damp cloth as soon as possible, and leave them to dry naturally. Icy streets are often treated with salt. Since salt will leave stubborn stains that are difficult to remove without discoloring your shoes, it's especially important to wipe them down as soon as possible if you've worn them in icy weather. Just like any other material, the longer a stain sits on suede, the harder it will be to get out. If you get dirt or mud on your shoes, let it dry completely, then dust it away with your suede brush as soon as possible. If you need to, wash your shoes with suede cleaner and a damp sponge to get rid of any residue. Allow your boots to air-dry after you clean them.
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One-sentence summary -- Treat your shoes with a protective suede spray when you first get them. Avoid storing your shoes near direct heat or sunlight. Avoid wearing your shoes in deep water or snow. Clean dried mud and dirt off of your boots as soon as possible.

Article: There are many varieties of the hibiscus flower, but the hibiscus sabdariffa variety is the one that gives you the best flavor. The calyx is the green, trumpet-shaped part at the base of the flower, which will eventually turn red and brittle. The hibiscus must be pesticide-free if you are using it for tea. It does not have to be pesticide-free if you are using it for general crafts. You can try using this method for the actual flowers too, but you will need to adjust the drying time. Timing is everything here. Find hibiscus flowers that are in bloom, then wait for them to fall. Locate the red calyx, then pick it after 24 to 48 hours. This will ensure that it is ripe. The calyx should pop off of its stem easily. If you have to pull it off, it is not ripe yet. Try again the next day. Cut the calyx from the stem of the flower first. Next, cut a shallow slit down the length of the calyx. Pry open the calyx with your fingers, then pop the seed pod out. Try to keep the calyx intact. Don't throw the seed pods away! Allow the seed pods to dry for 1 week, then crack them open and plant the seeds. Preheat the dehydrator between 95 to 115F (35 to 46C). Spread the calyxes on the tray in a single layer. Allow the calyxes to dry completely before taking them out of the dehydrator. This will take about 1 to 4 hours. Each dehydrator is different, so follow the instructions on your model carefully. Pour 2 cups (475 milliliters) of hot water over 1 tablespoon (15 grams) of dried hibiscus calyxes. Allow the tea to steep for 10 minutes before removing the calyxes. Flavor the tea as desired with lemon juice, sugar, or honey. Serve the tea hot or iced. If you want a stronger tea, use more hibiscus calyxes and increase the brewing time. If hibiscus tea isn't for you, you can add the dehydrated calyx to homemade potpourri. You can try using it in homemade candles or soap as well, but it would be a good idea to crumble it up first so that it isn't as bulky. Alternatively, you can string whole calyxes onto thread and make a pretty garland for your room.
Question: What is a summary of what this article is about?
Look for an organic hibiscus sabdariffa and locate the calyx. Pick the calyxes 24 to 48 hours after the flower has bloomed. Cut the seed pod away from the calyx. Dry the calyx using a dehydrator. Use the calyx to brew hibiscus tea. Use the calyx to make potpourri.