Q: Catnip prefers full sun in most locations. If you live in a hot, dry climate, consider an area where plants will have some shade from the afternoon sun. It will still need at least six hours of full sun, but in locations in the south, the sun at its highest and hottest could damage leaves. Catnip grows best outdoors, but can be grown indoors if you place it by a window that gets at least six hours of full sun per day. If growing a plant indoors, you should place it no more than three feet away from the sunlit window. Alternatively, you can grow it indoors away from a sunlit window if you have access to high output fluorescent plant grow lights. Use standard potting soil if you're container planting, or whatever soil you have in your garden. Soil should allow draining, so it shouldn't be too rich or compacted. Catnip, like most herbs, will thrive in poor soil. Give seedlings or young plants ample room to grow, leaving about 18 to 20 inches (45.7 to 50.8 cm) between each plant to prevent crowding. They might look thin when you first plant them, but they will need the room to grow and will soon fill out the space. Catnip will grow in just about any soil, but sandier soil tends to yield more aromatic plants. Water frequently after first planting. After a couple weeks, or after you see that the plants have adjusted to transplanting and are starting to grow, water only when the soil has dried out a few inches below the surface. Once established, catnip can grow aggressively, and can take over an entire garden. To keep it from invading your yard, grow it in a controlled garden, such as one with permanent stone dividers. If you don't have a controlled space, using containers offers total control of where and how your catnip plants grow. If you want the look of an herb garden, but don't want to risk catnip taking over, plant it in containers then bury the containers in your garden. Placing the plants in containers beneath the soil will help confine and control their roots, preventing them from wandering throughout your garden. Look for shoots and new spouts that might try to grow beyond the pot. Pull new shoots when you see them, and don't place too much soil on top of the container when you're burying it.
A: Plant in full sun, unless you live in a hot, dry location. Space plants 18 to 20 inches (45.7 to 50.8 cm) apart. Consider planting in pots.

Q: First of all, if you're getting a call from an unknown number that you suspect may be an automated message, don't answer it. Though these calls are dispatched via computer, there are often attendants on the other end checking to see whether the calls went through. If they know that the calls are being answered, it will just make them more persistent. You can usually tell a robocall from a normal unknown number by looking for lengthy or unfamiliar extensions. Assuming that you're receiving the calls on your mobile device, go into the blocked caller list in the Settings menu of your smartphone and enter the number that the robocalls are originating from. Once they've been blocked, the company or individual will no longer be able to place calls to your number. This can usually be done by accessing your phone's Settings menu then going to "Phone" or "Messages" and copying the number into the list. On newer iPhones, you can also tap the "i" icon next to the name of the caller and scroll down until you find the option that says "block this caller." Blocking numbers individually may work if you only receive an automated call here and there, but if it's a frequent occurrence, you may need to take more drastic measures. By setting your phone's "Do Not Disturb" feature to "manual," you can choose to only allow calls by the people who are on your contacts list. This way, you can ensure that you'll never be pestered by computer-based phone spammers again. While this method is instantly effective, one major downside is that you'll no longer be able to receive calls from people you know if you haven't saved their numbers in your contacts. Be sure to put as many personal numbers as you think you may need in your contacts list before blocking numbers with the "Do Not Disturb" option. Thanks to the wonders of technology, there are now programs available for smartphones and tablets that turn away unsolicited robocalls automatically. When you install one of these apps, it will monitor your incoming calls, looking for signs that a call is coming from an automated source. The call will then be declined swiftly and unobtrusively, with no irritating notifications or interruptions. Apps like PrivacyStar and Nomorobo are highly rated for their ability to intercept and dispense with frustrating computer calls. These programs are a great way to put a stop to spam messages without the need to block each number individually, while also letting calls from unknown personal numbers through.
A: Don't accept the call. Add the number to your blocked caller list. Ban all unlisted numbers. Download a call-screening app.

Q: Most cut flower bouquets come with a pack of floral preservative that you can mix into the flower water. You should always add this into the water to keep the flowers perky and fresh. Follow the directions on the package to make sure you are using the correct amount of floral solution per the amount of water in the vase. Too much water can result in a diluted solution and too little water can result in a solution that is too strong for the flowers. Floral preservatives are effective because they provide food for the flowers in the form of sugar, they contain ingredients that kill bacteria and fungi, and they acidify the water. Sugar can help to feed the flowers and perk them up. You can use baking white sugar and stir it into the vase water so it combines well. You can also add one to two teaspoons of white vinegar to the water in addition to the sugar. Vinegar can help to get rid of bacteria in the water that could weaken the flowers. A citrus based soda like 7-UP can provide acidity and sugar for the flowers, which can help them to stay fresh. To combat the bacteria growth in the flower water, you can also add a small amount of bleach. This mixture can help to prolong the lifespan of the flowers and prevent bacteria growth in the flower water. To create a citrus based soda and bleach mixture, you can combine two cups of soda (not diet) with two cups water. Add one teaspoon household chlorine bleach. Mix well and place the freshly cut flowers into the mixture. You can also use two tablespoons lemon juice and one tablespoon sugar instead of two cups soda if you do not have access to soda. Vodka can help to prevent the production of ethylene gas, which can cause wilting. You will need to dilute the vodka to avoid poisoning the flowers. Add 1 tablespoon vodka to one to two cups of water. Aspirin contains nitric oxide, which can help to slow down the dying process in plants. To try this method, crush 1 mg or two tablets of Aspirin and let it dissolve into the water. Viagra will also work the same way as it contains nitric oxide. In one test of the Aspirin method, the flower heads stayed perky until day 5 of the trial and the stems of the flowers turned gray. The copper in the penny can act as an antibacterial agent and prevent the growth of bacteria that could weaken the flowers. Make sure the copper penny is clean before putting it into the flower water.
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Put floral preservative in the water. Add three teaspoons of sugar to the water. Make a citrus based soda and bleach mixture. Add diluted vodka to the water. Try adding crushed Aspirin to the water. Put a copper penny in the water.