Problem: Article: Although there are hundreds of named petunias, they tend to fall into four basic categories, which are determined by flower size and growth habit. Some of these types of petunias work better being grown in a container, while some are better suited to the garden. Grandiflora have the largest flowers and are the most commonly-used type of petunia. Some have single blooms while others are doubles and are available in both upright and cascading varieties. Multiflora petunias have smaller flowers but have masses of blooms and provide big splashes of color. Milliflora grow close to the ground and have small flowers. They are easy to control and thus work well as an edging plant. Ground cover petunias spread and trail along the ground, from window boxes, and cover large areas quickly. This type will need more frequent watering. After you've chosen the type of petunia you want, you'll need to pick the petunias themselves. There are some things that you should look for in terms of the best bedding plants. Choose plants with healthy leaves and visible fresh growth. Contrary to popular belief, plants with the most flowers on them are not the ones you should pick. Instead, pick plants that have a few flowers and lots of bushy growth. Pick petunia plants for bedding that are compact (not tall and leggy) because these will thrive better. All types of petunias need at least five to six hours of full sunlight per day, although they can tolerate some shade. The soil needs to be well-drained, although it doesn't have to be particularly nutrient-rich. Petunias work well in containers, as well as planted in the garden. However, if you're going to plant them in a container you will want to make sure that you use a soil-less mix (a soil-less mix is composed of things like peat moss, composted pine bark, or coir, as well as inorganic components like sand). Make sure to dig the soil so that it is nice and loose (allowing for better drainage). You want to both condition the soil and fertilize it to make it ready for petunias. If you're planting in the garden, condition the soil with organic matter like baled peat moss, leaf compost, or well-rotted manure. You'll need to spread this organic matter about two to three inches (5.1-7.6 cm) thick. Incorporate the organic matter into the soil by using a garden fork to about the depth of eight to ten inches. This can help break up heavy clay soil, allowing for better water drainage or increase the ability of sandy soil to hold nutrients and moisture. Fertilize your soil by using a balanced fertilizer (like 8-8-8, 10-10-10, or 12-12-12) into your garden's soil. You'll want to do this at the rate of about two pounds per hundred square feet. When the season changes (early to mid-July) you'll want to give liquid fertilizer that's meant specially for flowering plants a try, at about every three weeks (although, weekly for spreading petunias). Now, if you're using a window box, or container, you'll need to mix timed-release fertilizer into the soil. Most petunia varieties require at least 12 inches (30.5cm) between plants in full sunlight. If you have to use a shadier location, then go for several inches closer together (around 10 in or 25.4 cm). There are some exceptions to this rule to keep in mind. Milliflora petunias can be placed closer together than the other types with as little as four to six inches (10.2-15.2 cm) between them. Spreading (or "wave") petunias, on the other hand, should really be spaced as much as one and a half feet (0.45 m) apart. You want to begin bedding the plants in early spring to help acclimatize them to the outdoors. If you're planting them in the ground you should make sure to wait until after the danger of frost as past (or you can cover them at night to protect them from frost). You want the soil temperature to be about 60 degrees F (15.5 degrees C). Colder than that and the petunia won't flourish. If it is really hot, make sure to provide some shade for the petunias. Although they love and thrive on lots of sun, too much can have an adverse effect on them.
Summary: Pick your type of petunia. Select your petunias. Choose the right place to plant them. Prepare the soil for planting. Space them correctly. Plant them in the right season.

Problem: Article: Rust bluing is the process of coating the metal in acid. Most commonly, nitric acid or hydrochloric acid is used. This allows the part to rust uniformly. Then, you scrub the rust off and repeat the process until the desired color is achieved. You can do this in a large container or vat that is tolerant to acid. Fume bluing is similar to rust bluing, but it creates a more uniform rusting. The part is placed in an airtight chamber and either nitric acid or hydrochloric acid (gas) is pumped into the chamber. The gas causes a uniform bluing. Any airtight container will work, as long as it cannot be corroded by the acid. Niter bluing is the hottest form of bluing. In this case, you take a mixture of potassium nitrate salt and sodium hydroxide salt and melt them (700F (371C). The part will achieve a nice bluing when dipped into the solution for. There are many types of bluing professionals. If you are not up to trying it yourself, you can reach out to a bluer to learn their specialty. Ask what kinds of bluing they do and what pieces they are willing to treat (e.g. large or small).
Summary: Rust blue antique parts. Fume blue for an even finish. Try niter bluing. Contact a bluing expert.

Problem: Article: Include all of your weekly, monthly, yearly, or life goals. This will let you rank them according to how important they are to you. Spend some time thinking about how long each goal with take and whether they're achievable. Always try to be as specific as possible when brainstorming about your goals. This way, you clearly understand the steps you need to take to achieve any life plans or short-term goals. Once you've found future dreams and ideals, choose a few specific goals to help you reach them. If your goal is large or long term, break it up into smaller goals or steps. Make sure to give yourself enough time to complete large projects or goals. This way, every day you can work towards achieving them. Breaking up a goal into daily goals or steps can reduce your stress, making you happier in the long run. Don't become so focused on setting daily or smaller goals, that you lose sight of your overall goal or plan. Setting deadlines and reaching them will give you a sense of accomplishment, increase your motivation, and give you feedback about what's working and what's not. Try using a calendar as a visual cue for keeping you committed to your goals and the timeline you set for yourself. It is also extremely satisfying to cross out a completed goal or objective. model for setting goals. Look at each of your goals and write down how the goal is specific (S), measurable (M), attainable (A), relevant or realistic (R), and time-bound, having deadlines (T). For example, here's how you could take a vague goal, like "I want to be a healthier person," and make it more specific using S.M.A.R.T: Specific: "I want to improve my health by losing some weight." Measurable:"I want to improve my health by losing 20 pounds." Attainable: While you may not be able to lose 100 pounds, 20 pounds is an achievable goal. Relevant/realistic: You might remind yourself that losing 20 pounds will give you more energy and make you feel happier. Remember you're not doing this for anyone else. Time-bound: "I want to improve my health by losing 20 pounds within the next year, with an average of 1.6 pounds a month."
Summary:
Make a list of all of your goals. Break your goals into daily steps. Set benchmarks and deadlines. Try the S.M.A.R.T.