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It's best to avoid asking the girl to be your girlfriend over text or social media—this isn't as personal, and you won't be able to see her true reaction. While it can be nerve-racking, she'll appreciate the effort and courage it took to ask you the question in person.  Practice asking her the question in front of a mirror if you're feeling nervous. You don't need to make a big deal out of it—even just slipping the question into a normal conversation and then moving on to another topic works well. Keep your text simple by saying something like, "Will you be my girlfriend?" and then adding a cute emoji, GIF, or picture. You can also get more creative with your text by telling her what you like about her in the text too.  You might send a text that says, "I've had a crush on you ever since you first smiled at me—will you be my girlfriend?" Asking someone to be your girlfriend over text isn't recommended because it's always much better if you do it in person. If you just want to ask without making a big deal out of it, get a moment alone with her and ask, “Would you like to be my girlfriend?” or something similar. Most girls like it when you're direct, and this is a great way to show your intentions while being respectful and polite. Whether you're too nervous to ask her out loud or you really want to explain your feelings in more detail, a letter is a super thoughtful way to ask her to be your girlfriend. Write out everything you'd like to tell her, adding the question in of “Will you be my girlfriend?” near the end.  Make the letter as short or as long as you'd like—it could even just be more of a note that says something kind and then pops the question. Write about the fun times you've had together, what you like about her, or how she makes you feel. Once you're finished, you can either give her the letter to read in front of you, or you can give it to her to read at a later time. Instead of coming right out and asking if she'll be your girlfriend, there are other ways to get your answer without being so direct. For example, ask, “When I'm introducing you to people, should I introduce you as my friend or my girlfriend?”  You might ask, “What do you tell your friends that we are?” steering the conversation along so that you can later say, “Would you mind if I called you my girlfriend?” You could also ask her to come to an event with you as more than just your date to show that you want to be serious. Instead of jumping right into the question, explain what you like about her. This creates a more natural conversation and shows her that you really do want her to be your girlfriend.  For example, you might say, “I really like spending time with you and think you're a smart, amazing person. Would you be my girlfriend?” You could compliment her by saying she's kind, has a great smile, or is really funny. Make a sign that says “Will you be my girlfriend?” or write the question on a baked good for an added treat. There are lots of ways to ask her to be your girlfriend that involve creativity, and she'll be super impressed by how much thought you put into it.  Write her a short song asking her to be your girlfriend if you play an instrument or sing. Write the question on a cake with icing, or form the letters on a pizza using candy or pizza toppings. Spell the question out on the driveway in flowers or sidewalk chalk. Try not to take it personally if she doesn't want to be your girlfriend. Take some time to get over your feelings, and know that there's someone else out there for you.  Allow yourself to feel whatever you're feeling, whether it's sadness, anger, or disappointment. Spend some time in nature or exercise to make you feel better, or distract yourself with your favorite hobbies.

summary: Ask her in person if possible. Add a personal touch if you're asking her over text. Be straightforward and ask her the question directly. Write her a letter to ask her romantically. Bring the question up indirectly to ask her casually. Give her a compliment before asking to explain your feelings. Ask her in a creative way to be unique. Respect her decision if she turns you down.


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The amount you need to water marigold plants depends on your climate, but you will want to try for around once a week. Be sure not to overwater marigolds because it can weaken the plant. Aim to keep the soil moist as opposed to wet.  Also be sure to water at the base instead of over the top of the plant. This could lead to mildew.  In times of drought, water marigolds more consistently. Especially if you live somewhere that has a hot, dry climate, consider putting some mulch on top of the soil at the base of the plants in order to keep the soil appropriately moist. Soil that is too rich is not good for marigold plants. However, you should try to pat general purpose fertilizer around the marigold plants about once a month. If you notice that your marigold plant has dead blooms or branches, snip them off with gardening shears. This will help the plant to bloom more freely, and will promote healthy growth for the rest of the plant. If the place you live in experiences a lot of wind, stake your plants. Take a thin stake or stick that is slightly shorter than your marigold plant and use plastic ties to loop the plant to the stake. The stake will keep the plant upright and will allow it to survive harsh weather and storms.
summary: Water marigolds at the base of the plant semi-regularly. Use fertilizer about once a month. Snip off dead blossoms. Stake them in windy environments.