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Position it on a flat surface so you can measure it correctly. Make sure the springs are not being stretched or pulled when you place it down, as this can skew your measurements. Take a ruler or measuring tape and place it on the outside edge of one of the hooks on the spring. Extend it to the outside edge of the other hook on the spring. This will ensure you get a proper measurement. Note where the outside edge of the hook hits the ruler or measuring tape so you get an accurate measurement. Place the ruler or measuring tape against the opening on the spring, next to one of the hooks. It should lay vertically against the spring. Extend the measuring tape to the other end of the opening. Note the diameter of the spring, or how wide the opening is. Confirm your measurement is correct by checking several other springs on the trampoline. Check that the springs are not warped or stretched out when you measure them. The springs on the trampoline should all be the same size. Most trampoline springs range in size from 3.5 to 8.5 inches (8.9 to 21.6cm), depending on the size and shape of the trampoline.

summary: Place the spring on the ground or on a table. Measure hook to hook with a ruler or measuring tape. Measure the outside diameter of the spring. Measure 2-3 springs to confirm the measurements.

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Glads often lose ground to weeds. Use one that contains carbaryl or malathion when the gladiolas are around 6 inches (15 cm) tall to protect them from thrips. Thrips are tiny insects not visible to the naked eye. They cause streaky white leaves and discolored, misshapen, unhealthy flowers. Thrip control must be preventative because once signs of damage are visible, it is too late to save the flowers. You can also use stakes and twine to create cluster staking if you are growing several glads close together. Staking and tying these tall flowers helps to minimize storm and wind damage. The remaining flowers will continue to open in water. Harvest the flowers during early morning or evening hours when they are at their freshest. Cut the flowers with a sharp knife at a diagonal angle. Take care to leave at least 4 to 6 leaves on the plant to mature and nourish the corm that is still growing beneath the soil. {"smallUrl":"https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/images\/thumb\/1\/18\/Grow-Gladiolus-Step-14Bullet2.jpg\/v4-460px-Grow-Gladiolus-Step-14Bullet2.jpg","bigUrl":"\/images\/thumb\/1\/18\/Grow-Gladiolus-Step-14Bullet2.jpg\/aid1376994-v4-728px-Grow-Gladiolus-Step-14Bullet2.jpg","smallWidth":460,"smallHeight":345,"bigWidth":"728","bigHeight":"546","licensing":"<div class="mw-parser-output"><p>License: <a rel="nofollow" class="external text" href="https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by-nc-sa\/3.0\/">Creative Commons<\/a><br>
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summary: Mulch the soil around and between the plants to control weeds and conserve moisture. Water gladiola plants with 1 inch (2.5 cm) of water each week during periods of insufficient rainfall. Spray or dust plants with a pesticide. Stake the individual plants as they grow taller. Cut the flower spikes when 1 to 3 florets are open. Remove leaves from the bottom 4 to 6 inches (10 to 15 cm) of the stems and put them in warm water. Leave the flowers in a dark, cool area for several hours before exposing them to light and arranging and displaying them.

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A burlap sack, used to protect trees, or carry potatoes and coffee beans, is perfect for making a scarecrow head. To make a burlap head: Stuff one plastic grocery bag full of other plastic bags until you have the right size for a head. Place the bag in the center of a piece of burlap then cut a wide circle around it. There is no need to measure it or cut a perfect circle. Gather the burlap around the plastic bag, and place on top of the vertical pole (the scarecrow's neck) before tying tightly with twine or wire. Use a jack o' lantern to make a seasonal scarecrow head. First, choose a nice, round pumpkin. Cut a large, round hole on the top of the pumpkin (around the stem) and scoop out the insides. Use a sharp knife to cut out the facial features of your scarecrow. Skewer the bottom of the pumpkin onto the scarecrows neck and secure with glue or tape if necessary. Do not place a candle inside the pumpkin as you normally do with jack o' lanterns. The rest of the material used to make your scarecrow is flammable. Other vegetables, such as gourds and turnips, could also be used for this purpose. Be aware that pumpkins and other vegetables will eventually rot, so if you want your scarecrow head to last longer, consider using an alternative method. A pillowcase is another option for making a scarecrow head and is something which you are likely to have around the house. To make your scarecrow head with a pillowcase: Half fill the pillowcase with straw or the stuffing material of your choice. Pin the pillowcase with safety pins to prevent the stuffing from falling out the bottom, but don't close the bottom up entirely. Insert your scarecrow head onto the vertical pole (neck of the scarecrow). Push until the top of the pole is at the top of the pillowcase, right through the straw. Secure the pillowcase to the pole using twine or wire, then cut off the excess material and remove the safety pins. The are any number of possibilities when it comes to making your scarecrow's head. If you're trying to keep the cost of building your scarecrow down to a minimum, just use whatever items you have lying around. Here are some ideas: Pantyhose. Select a natural skin tone pair of pantyhose. Cut the upper part of the leg off on one side, tie a knot in it, and fill it with stuffing, letting it taper to a "neck" before tying the other (lower) end onto the vertical pole. Bucket. Impale a bucket filled with dirt right-side-up on the scarecrow's neck, for an unconventional yet functional head. Milk jugs. One-gallon plastic milk jugs are another great choice for scarecrow heads. Their smooth surface is perfect for drawing facial features on and is waterproof. You're also sure to have one or two lying around the house. Again, just impale on the vertical pole, and secure with glue or tape if necessary.
summary: Using burlap. Using a pumpkin. Using a pillowcase. Using other household items.