Problem: Article: Rosemary seeds take a long time to germinate and the seedlings are slow to grow. The seedlings can be transplanted outside in mid spring, but they need to be started inside 10 to 12 weeks before the last frost. Check local government or weather sites to find out the last expected frost date where you live. Rosemary naturally grows in sandy and rocky soil, so the seeds will do better in a loose and light potting mix that doesn’t contain soil. Good potting media for rosemary include:  Sand-based mixes Vermiculite Pearlite, bark, and peat Rosemary doesn’t have a very high germination rate, so you can increase your chances of success by planting multiple seeds in each cell. Lay the seeds on top of the potting medium without pressing them down into the soil. Once you’ve place the seeds on the medium, use a spray bottle to mist the seeds with a few spritzes of water. This will help to settle the seeds in the medium and prevent them from being knocked around. Dust a very small amount of regular potting soil over the entire surface of the growing medium to just cover the seeds. Then, mist the soil with a few more spritzes of water to dampen it. You want the soil moist but not wet. You can either use plastic growing domes, or cover the tray with a layer of plastic wrap. This will keep in moisture and warmth, and help the seeds to germinate faster. Leave the plastic on the tray until the seedlings sprout and push up through the soil. Germination will take anywhere from 15 to 25 days. Rosemary seeds need both warmth and light to germinate, so it’s important to find a sunny location for the seeds. Place the seed trays in a bright location that gets direct sunlight every day.  The ideal temperature for germinating rosemary is between 70 and 80 °F (21 and 27 °C).  You can also place the trays on a heating mat to keep the rosemary seeds warm if you live in a cool climate or if the seeds aren't getting enough light. Use the spray bottle to moisten the soil when the top starts to dry out. Rosemary is prone to a condition called damping off, which is a disease caused by fungi and mold. You can help prevent it by watering minimally.
Summary: Aim to start the seeds in mid winter. Fill seed starters with soilless potting mix. Sprinkle 3 to 4 seeds into each cell. Mist the seeds with water. Cover the seeds with a light layer of soil. Cover the trays with plastic. Transfer the seeds to a sunny and warm location. Keep the soil moist but not wet.

INPUT ARTICLE: Article: When a betta gets sick, his coloring may look faded out. He may even lose his color altogether. In a healthy betta, its fins will be whole. An unhealthy betta may develop holes or rips in its fins. Another unhealthy sign is if your betta's fins appear clamped down to the body; that is, they aren't fanned out properly. If your betta is sick, his activity level will go down. He won't be his normal, active self. His movements will slow down some.  Another sign of sickness is your fish hiding out at the bottom of the tank more often than normal.  Lethargy can be caused by low or too high temperatures as well, so make sure the temperature range of the water is good. With some sicknesses, your fish may stop eating altogether. If your betta appears uninterested in food, he could be sick. Look for small, white spots, especially around the head and mouth. This symptom can be a sign of a certain type of parasite, called Ich. It may sound funny to check a fish for breathing problems. However, if your betta is constantly at the top of the tank trying to get more air, that is likely a sign of a problem. Bettas naturally go to the top of the tank to take a breather at times, but doing it frequently is not okay. If your betta is trying to rub against the side of the tank, that could be a sign of a problem. Similarly, if your betta is trying to scratch on plants or objects in the tank, he might also be sick. Bulging eyes can be a sign of sickness. Watch for your betta's eyes protruding from its head.  Raised scales can also be a symptom of sickness.  Watch his gills. If he's unable to close his gills, they may be swollen, another sign of sickness.

SUMMARY: Watch out for faded coloring. Keep an eye on your betta's fins. Look for lethargy. Watch your betta's eating habits. Check for spots. Look for breathing problems. Watch for your betta to rub or scratch. Look for other physical symptoms.

In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: The location you select should not be cluttered or loud.  You should feel at ease before starting yoga meditation.  If the location is noisy, an advanced yoga practitioner may be able to deal with external influences, but beginners will find it distracting.  Ideal locations are either free from technology and machinery, or otherwise block the sounds our mind must make effort to filter out. Somewhere with a lot of natural light through windows is preferred over flickering electrical lighting. Aside from the sounds they produce being a distraction, the machines that produce our heating and cooling are not as naturally pleasing to the body as a cool breeze or the warm sun.  If yoga meditation in the outdoors is not a viable option, choose somewhere with radiant heat like a wood fire or hydronic heat. Create a cross-flow by opening a door or a window, so fresh oxygen is pumped into the location.  Accentuate the location by selecting a location with minimal synthetic material.  Wood floors with natural oils and waxes have less static electricity, and are conducive to yoga meditation. If you live in a high pollution area, performing yoga meditation inside may actually be preferable. Studios where large classes practice yoga can become stuffy, building up carbon dioxide and lessening the available oxygen. A yoga mat can be used for added comfort. If you have a full stomach, you could relax so much you’ll feel drowsy.  And if you time it too close to meal time, the hunger pains could be too distracting.  Attempt to schedule your meditation when you are comfortable, perhaps a few hours after a meal. An alternative would be to eat a light snack before mealtime and then meditate. With a brief warm-up, your body will be more limber, relaxed, and able to better focus on meditation.  You’ll also likely be able to sit for longer periods of time if you’re more limber.  Focus on your core and back for just a few minutes, with various, light twists and bends.  A few of the following Sukshma Yoga exercises can also be very beneficial:  Use two fingers to lightly squeeze the eyebrow several times. Roll your eyes in circles several times. Rub your temples and jawline. Grab your ears and pull downward softly.
Summary:
Select a quiet environment. Choose a spot with natural heat, cooling, and fresh air. Time your meditation sessions around meals. Do some light stretching or exercising.