Article: If you want to grow multiple flowers, you can purchase an indoor planter that has spaces for more than one flower. It's important that the container has drainage holes because overly saturated soil will inhibit the seed's growth. If you don't want to buy a planter, you can punch holes in the bottom of an egg carton and use that instead. Put a rag or cloth under the container to prevent leaks. Combine the three different types of soils together in equal parts to create a well-drained soil high in organic material. Pour your flower container of the way up with this mixture. Harder seeds should be covered with an organic material like vermiculite or sphagnum moss, while softer seeds should lay on the top of the soil. Read the seed packet that came with your seeds to determine if you should bury them under the soil or leave them on top of it. Lightly sprinkle water on top of the soil, but don't add too much or you could wash away smaller seeds. You can do this by sprinkling the water with your hand, or slowly pouring the water into the container from a small saucer. Either way, the soil should be moist but the seeds should still be intact. Plastic wrap or a sealed lid will trap moisture and help the seeds germinate. Poke a couple of holes in the top of the plastic wrap so that the plant can breathe. You can also wrap the planter in a plastic bag for a similar effect. Germinating seeds do best in temperatures of 6575F (1824C). Move the planter to a warm area that gets plenty of sunlight. Alternatively, you can place the planter on an artificial heat source, like the top of a refrigerator or near the oven. Move the planter before you use the oven or heat could damage the seeds. If you plan on transplanting your seedlings outdoors, harden them off by leaving them outside under a shaded area for 7-10 days. This will acclimate them to the change in temperature. Some flowers have an intolerance for the cold and should be kept indoors. The seed package should give you a range of temperatures that the flower will thrive in. If a flower is cold-resistant, it should be labeled as hardy. Tender flowers are less resistant to cold and should always be in an area that's over 40F (4C). outside, if desired. Position a small spade 23 inches (5.17.6cm) away from the seedling. Gently dig around the seedling, making sure not to sever any of its roots. Then, pull the seedling out of the planter, with the soil around its roots, and place it in a well-drained soil in your garden. Monitor the seedlings to make sure that they don't die after the transplant.
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Get a container that has drainage holes in it. Fill each section with a mixture of peat moss, vermiculite, and perlite. Bury or sprinkle the seeds on top of the soil, depending on their species. Water the seeds. Cover the container with plastic wrap. Move the planters to a warm area of the house. Harden off the seedlings if transplanting them outside. Transplant the seedlings
Article: Is your cat very social? Does it tend to run to the door to greet guests? If so, your cat may enjoy having a lot of people around on its birthday. A more timid cat, however, may not enjoy a party. If your cat hides in the closet when friends are over, consider a party for just the two of you. A more reserved cat may also like having just a few people over. If you have a few friends your cat is particularly attached to, consider inviting just them to the party. It's easy to make a cake for your cat. While your cat may not appreciate a birthday cake loaded with sugar, you can make a cake using meat, treats, and other things cats enjoy. Buy a can of pate-style cat food at the supermarket. Choose a brand and flavor your cat loves, but one that's solid enough to hold a shape. Open the container, turn it upside down, and let it slide onto a plate so it stays in a cake-like shape. Decorate the cake with other treats your cat likes. You could top it off with some slices of turkey, or you could sprinkle your cat's favorite kibble or treats over the cake. Your cat will love having special foods and snacks for its birthday. If you're having people over as well, make sure to provide food and snacks for these guests as well. Think about cute, cat-themed snacks you could offer guests. See if you can find any special treats at a local pet store. You could also put out small amounts of meats like tuna and poultry, which your cat is sure to enjoy. If you have people over, you can provide small finger foods. Something fun could be a cake shaped like a cat. You can make one yourself, using a specialty cake tray, or order one from a local bakery. You can also make cupcakes decorated with cat whiskers and noses, or make cut-out cookies shaped like cats. If you're having a lot of people over, think about making the event into a charity. If you love your cat, think about other cats in need. You could ask a local shelter what kind of supplies they need donated. Ask guests to bring things like old beds, toys, and other items for cats in need. You could also ask for monetary donations. Keep a shoebox out during the party and ask people to leave a little cash for your local shelter. If you decide to have people over, you can send out invitations. It can be fun to include a cute picture of your cat in the invitations. You should also inform people how old your cat is turning this year, if you know. If paper invitations are out of your budget, you can send out electronic invitations that include a picture of your cat. You can also make something like a Facebook event page and include a photo of your cat there.
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Think about whether your cat would enjoy a big party. Prepare a cat-friendly birthday cake for the big day. Provide food and snacks. Consider hosting a birthday event for charity. Send out fun invitations.
Article: Once all of the guests are finished eating, gather up the dirty dishes, leaving the charger and any unused silverware. Serve the next course immediately by placing the prepared dish directly onto the charger. Plan for a little bit of prep time in the kitchen between courses to arrange the food on the plates. The charger stays on the table until dessert is served. When serving a full course meal, most hosts or hostesses provide goblets of water and a glass of wine. If you have room, consider serving drinks family-style by placing pitchers of water and bottles of wine on the table, allowing the guests to serve themselves. This will save you time and let you relax during each course. If you don't want pitchers or wine bottles on the table, you will need to refill guests' glasses yourself. If you have hired wait staff, they will refill the guests' drinks for you. Once the dessert course is ready, clear away any bread plates, main course plates, silverware, and the charger. Leave the dessert silverware at the top of the placemat on the table. This will give your guests room to stretch out while they enjoy dessert and digest their meal. Some people also like to offer dessert wine, port, brandy, or scotch during this course.
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Clear each plate away before serving another. Consider how drinks will be served. Clear all of the dishes before dessert.