INPUT ARTICLE: Article: The purple-flowered saffron plant grows from the crocus corm (which is similar to a bulb). These corms should be purchased fresh, just prior to planting. You can order them online, or buy them from a local nursery. Crocus corms will grow best in hardiness zones 6-9. Local nurseries within these zones are more likely to carry crocus corms. Select an area of land that gets a good amount of direct sunlight. Dig into the soil to make sure that it's not too hard or packed too tightly. Crocus bulbs can die if they become waterlogged, so you need soil that drains effectively. You can til the soil prior to planting in order to loosen it. Till the location where you will plant your corms, and work organic matter 10 inches (25cm) deep into the soil. You can use compost, peat, or shredded leaves. This provides nutrients for the crocus bulbs to survive through the winter. If rodents or other pests are a common problem in your garden, planting in containers might be a good option for you. You will need plastic milk crates, weed cloth, duct tape, and topsoil. Be sure to choose a container with drainage holes or add them if it doesn't have any. Line plastic milk crates with weed cloth and secure with duct tape. Fill your milk crates with about 5 inches (13cm) of topsoil. For best results, you should plant your corms 6-8 weeks prior to the first deep frost of the season. Depending on your climate (and hemisphere), this may be around October or November. Check a farmer's almanac or ask local gardeners if you need help determining when to expect a deep frost in your region.

SUMMARY: Purchase crocus corms. Find a planting location with well-draining soil and full sun. Prepare the soil with organic matter. Plant your corms in containers as an alternative. Plant your crocus corms before the ground freezes.

In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: Carving tools, such as knives, scrapers, and hammers, that are typically used for ceramic sculpting work best to carve concrete. You can find these tools at most craft or art shops. Freehand or stencil your desired design onto the concrete with a pencil or chalk. This will give you a guide to work off of. Using the directions on the bag of concrete, mix the concrete in a large bucket or wheelbarrow. Most 80 pound (36 kg) bags of concrete require three quarts (2.8 liters) of water. Pour the concrete into the desired concrete mold and allow it to partially dry before beginning the carving. Pour the concrete in small, workable sections to prevent the concrete from drying before you finish the sculpting. Concrete that is too runny is easier to pour but less durable and more likely to break over time. Add more water to your concrete mixture if the mixture is solid and crumbly. The amount of time that you need to wait will depend on the thickness of the concrete mold. The concrete is ready to carve when it is still malleable and holds it's shape. Before the concrete is completely dry, begin to carve out your design using the sculpting tools. Begin at the top of the sculpture and work your way down. You will have to work quickly in order to finish the carving before the concrete dries. Try to finish a section of concrete within one hour of pouring. Coat your hands in petroleum jelly to prevent the concrete from damaging your skin. Avoid touching the surface of the sculpture until it is completely dry to prevent any smudging. The concrete should be dry within 24 hours but should be left to cure for seven days.
Summary: Locate carving tools. Lay out your design. Mix and pour the concrete. Carve the design.

Chihuahua puppies are naturally curious but can be destructive and get into trouble since they tend to enjoy with their mouths. To keep them safe, you will need to secure any hazardous items in your home. Lock away toxic items like medicine, cleaning products, and chemicals. Pick up loose items from the floor, especially if they are breakable or fragile. Purchase baby or puppy gates to keep your puppy confined to a certain area in your home. It will be helpful during housetraining to keep your puppy in a room with easy to clean floors, like tile or hardwood. In many states and towns, you will need to register your dog with the municipal government in order to receive identification tags and a dog license. There may be a small fee associated with registration. Check with your local government to determine whether there is a fee and how much it will be. Attach your puppy's new identification tags to their collar immediately after you receive them. Regardless of whether you purchased your new Chihuahua from a breeder or adopted them from a shelter, you will need to take them to the veterinarian so they can receive vaccinations. You should also microchip and spay or neuter your puppy. Your veterinarian may recommend additional vaccinations based on the area that you live in. For example, if you live in an area where are a lot of ticks, your vet may recommend a Lyme disease vaccination yearly. Do not let your puppy go out in public or interact with unfamiliar dogs until they have been fully vaccinated. The microchip contains your contact information and is extremely helpful if your puppy is ever lost or stolen. It will usually be implanted in the scruff of your puppy's neck or above their shoulder where they cannot reach it during a routine visit. Chihuahua puppies can be spayed between 8 weeks old and 3 months. Chihuahuas should be neutered between 8 weeks and 6 months. Many veterinarians recommend spaying or neutering your Chihuahua before they reach puberty (typically between 4 to 7 months). Spaying and neutering can decrease aggression, increase their attention span, and decrease their chances of developing some medical conditions like prostate conditions and womb infections. Chihuahuas often suffer from serious blood sugar problems and need to be fed in small amounts throughout the day to keep their blood sugar from falling or spiking. Young puppies under the age of four months old are the most susceptible to this. Regular feeding throughout the day can help to prevent hypoglycemia, which is a dip in blood sugar levels. You can stabilize a puppy with dangerously low blood sugars by rubbing honey on their gums. Once they are stabilized, you should take them to your nearest veterinarian or pet hospital. Like other small breeds, Chihuahuas are at risk of accidentally injuring themselves by jumping or falling off of furniture. While many owners let their Chihuahuas on furniture, it is generally a good idea to keep them on the ground. They have more fragile bones than larger dogs so they are at higher risks of suffering from fractures, internal injuries, and concussions. Chihuahuas are at a high risk of suffering from luxating patellas, which is essentially a displaced kneecap, by jumping or overexerting themselves. Keep Chihuahua puppies away from small children who can easily hurt them unintentionally.
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One-sentence summary -- Puppy-proof your home. Register your puppy. Visit your veterinarian. Maintain healthy blood sugar levels. Prevent accidental injuries.

INPUT ARTICLE: Article: If roots are infected, remove the plant, cut off the roots and re-pot in sterilized soil. Dust the remaining parts with sulfur or a fungicide.

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Treat scaly insect infestation with rubbing alcohol and nicotine. Cut out any part of the cactus affected by rot or mold before adding potting soil and beginning again.