Article: Your seeds should be planted between 4-6 inches (10-15 cm) below the surface of your dirt mounds. If you are planting seedlings that you started growing indoors, or if you purchased seedlings from a nursery, plant 2-3 seedlings per mound. Saturate the area with water when you are finished planting. Especially if you live in a cooler climate, covering the area where you are planting melons with plastic mulch or black landscaping fabric will help preserve the heat in the soil and keep your seedlings warm. You can also cover your plant rows with floating row covers to preserve heat while protecting your seedlings from pests. If you plant melon starters (or if you're transferring seedlings outside after starting them indoors), it's still encouraged to use some form of insulation to ensure that your plants are warm enough to grow properly.
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Sow 5-6 seeds in each mound of dirt. Protect your seeds with mulch, landscaping fabric, or row covers.
Article: Think of it like a credit card. How happy would the person you're talking to be if you gave them money for their guidance or opinion? They'd probably feel pretty good about themselves. They'd feel just as good if you gave them the credit. Thank the person for their recommendation or advice. If your friend recommends a restaurant, tell the people you're with, "X suggested we come here. Isn't it great?" Always give credit for success when it's warranted. If you did well on a project at work, you might say something like: "I have a great team working with me; they make it all happen." It takes selflessness and an ability to recognize the strengths of others to do this. Doing so makes your conversation partner more engaged and feel good about speaking with you, because she knows you'll also be saying good things about her. Some examples of compliments include: "Doesn't Gina look stunning in that dress? Just incredible. And, it actually pales in comparison to her wit!" "I think Evelyn's thoughts on the global warming issue are incredibly insightful and full of potential solutions. Why don't we go join her? I think you'll find her fascinating." Listening, really listening, is an art. It requires you to let go of yourself and your thoughts, and focus solely on what the other person is saying. This effort allows you to truly melt away. Your need to talk about yourself dissipates, then disappears. Make a pact with yourself that you won't speak unless your conversation partner puts the ball in your court. Then make another pact: you'll put the ball right back to her and go back to listening. This means fully concentrating on what the other person is saying and requires you respond to the speaker by paraphrasing or restating his main point(s). You can also add a little something when you finish paraphrasing by using different phrases: which means that; so then; that would require; you would then; etc., and then add your thoughts on what happens next. Non-verbal cues like nodding your head, smiling, and other facial/physical expressions let the other person know you're engaged and have feelings about everything he's saying.. Additional questions that give your conversation partner more time to talk about her subject are also key, and there are several different types, including: Closed questions. These are often "yes or no" questions. They're answered in one way or the other, and the line of questioning stops there. Open-ended questions. These give your conversation partner ample room to expand on what she's already been talking about and gives you a more well-rounded knowledge of her subject. These questions often start with phrases like: "How do you see..." or "What/why do you think..." It depends on the situation and topic you've been talking about. Think of it as either a personal or general validation. You (Personal): "Wow, it takes a lot of courage to look at yourself so openly and admit things like that." You (General): "That is one of the most insightful analyses of the issue I've ever come across."
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Offer credit. Compliment other people. Engage in the art of listening. Try active listening techniques. Ask questions. Validate what your conversation partner says.
Article: There are many different types of lawn mowers available, and the type you need depends on several different variables. Consider the size and landscape of the yard, the amount of maintenance you want to do, and how much muscle power you want to put into mowing when you decide the type of mower to get. If you don't want grass clippings left around your yard, pick a mower that mulches the clippings. Mulching mowers grind the grass into tiny particles that can then be absorbed by microorganisms in the soil. Most brands offer many different types of lawnmowers, and there isn't much difference between the brands, but you want to consider where you'll be servicing your mower. Some lawnmower service places only work with certain brands, so check out the local service stations in your area to make sure you'll have a place to go when you need to have your mower worked on. If you buy the lawnmower from a local retailer, they will sometimes have their own service stations for mowers. These mowers are completely manually powered and leave clippings unevenly distributed around the lawn. They also are the most environmentally friendly choice. They run off electricity or a battery, and they come in a cord and cordless options. They are easily maintained, however they weigh and cost considerably more than gas powered mowers. Make sure you have extension cords that can reach across your entire yard if purchasing an electric mower with a cord. You can select push or self propelled options. Self propelled gas powered mowers are good for lawns that have hills because they push themselves forward letting you use less muscle power. These mowers have to be regularly maintained with tune-ups and oil changes, and they are a bit more noisy than electric mowers. These mowers move themselves around the yard within a perimeter wire around your yard. Robotic mowers are quite costly and sometimes give a less quality cut than conventional mowers. There are different types of ride on mowers including lawn tractors and zero turn radius riders. Ride on mowers are much pricier than walk behind mowers, and require regular maintenance, including blade sharpening. Check the size of the mower deck to see how wide of a cutting path your mower has. A larger cutting deck will mean fewer passes to finish the job and cut your mowing time down.
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Pick the type of mower you need. Research different brands. Choose a manual reel mowers for a small, flat lawn. Buy an electric push mower for a small lawn with thicker grass. Purchase a gas powered mower for a yard around acre. Try a robotic mower for a smaller yard. Choose a ride on mower for large lawns over an acre.