Q: Scuppernongs thrive in areas with plenty of light. The yield will decrease dramatically if the vines sit in shade for more than a few hours each day of the growing season. These grapes need to be planted in soil with good internal drainage. Watch the area after a rainstorm. If water stands for more than an hour, you may need to amend the soil to improve the drainage.  Completely avoid soils with hardpan or clay. If you need to amend the soil for drainage, consider mixing wood chips, sand, or perlite into the soil several weeks before planting. Check the soil pH. The pH should be between 6.0 and 6.5. If you need to raise the pH and lower the acidity of the soil, add dolomitic lime. Doing so will also improve the drainage of the soil. You should install a trellis system before planting the vines. One-wire and two-wire systems are better than fences, posts, garden arches, or similar systems.  For a one-wire system: Space two 5-inch (12.7-cm) wide, 5-foot (1.5-m) long end posts 20 feet (6.1 m) apart, centering one grapevine in between them. String number nine wire between the tops of both posts. The vines will be trained and supported along this wire.   For a two-wire system:  Space two 6-inch (15.24-cm) wide, 5-foot (1.5-m) tall end posts 20 feet (6.1 m) apart. Place one 4-inch by 4-inch (10-cm by 10-cm) cross arm at the time of each post. String number nine wire between the two cross arms at both ends. Varieties with dark purple skins are less prone to fruit rot and other diseases, so in some ways, they are easier to maintain. Consider choosing "perfect flowered" cultivars, which contain both male and female flower parts on a single vine. Some options include:  Nesbitt, Noble, and Regale (black/purple varieties) Carlos, Doreen, Magnolia, and Triumph (bronze varieties) Potted plants are easier to maintain until planting. Scuppernong vines that are already one year in age are ideal. If you choose bare-root plants, keep the roots moist by misting them with a spray bottle every few days. You should also keep bare-root plants refrigerated until you are ready to transplant them into your garden.
A: Choose a good location. Amend the soil. Construct a one-wire or two-wire trellis system. Research the best variety. Purchase potted plants.

Q: In the upper right hand corner of the homepage, you'll see the words "Get in Touch." Click this to open the White House contact page.  Changes in administration, like a new president coming into office, sometimes result in changes to the design of the homepage. If you cannot locate the "Get in Touch" link, search the page for a similar link or one for submitting comments online. Follow the directions provided to fill out the security question, then click “Submit.” Following this, you should receive an email confirmation that your request has been processed. Call the official White House comment phone line at (202)456-1111 to check the status of your birthday card.
A: Navigate in your web browser to the White House homepage. Fill out the security question and track the status of the card.

Q: Credit card companies like to advertise, and you might be advised that you are “pre-screened” or “pre-approved” for credit. This means that the card company has reviewed your financial data and targeted you as an ideal applicant.  Getting a pre-approved offer means that a credit card company has already looked at your credit score, borrowing history, and other details. The offer may also be customized for your age, income bracket, or personal interests. Pre-screened cards are almost always approved – but not necessarily with the APR and terms advertised in the mail-out.  Some companies also advertise with “Invitations to Apply.” These offers are not pre-approved and are not firm offers of credit. You may be denied. Make sure to look over the offer and all the terms. Unlike at a bank, you won’t be able to ask someone about these details in person. Read the offer carefully and especially for fees, interest rates, and minimum payments.  Unfortunately, credit card scams are common. Be sure that you recognize the company. Don’t fall for promises that you’ll get a credit card if you have poor credit and never pay anything up front. Find a card that works for you. Look for rewards programs and perks that you can use, consider how widely retailers will accept the card, and read the fine print.\ You can also take the initiative and look for cards on your own. This will allow you to shop with companies like Capital One, Chase, Citibank, and Discover, compare perks and details, and inform yourself more widely.  There are now online resources that bring together cards so you can review them and shop for the best option. These sites also let you select your preferences, whether a low APR, a travel points program, or cash back offer.  Look for cards that target your credit situation or age. For example, you can search for cards that are good for students or seniors or even cards for certain professional organizations. Some department stores and retailers offer consumer credit cards and will give you a sales pitch at the checkout counter. Sounds too easy? It may be. Consider the terms carefully before signing up.  Store credit cards often carry high interest rates and give less perks than normal credit cards. They may also not be accepted as widely.  A store card can work for you if used wisely, however. For instance, you can benefit from discount offers if you shop at the store regularly or make big-ticket purchases there. A store credit card or gas station credit card can also help to build up your credit if you make your payments on time. If you decide to get one of these cards, be sure to pay off charges immediately to avoid the higher interest rate. Whether online, in-person, or by mail, make a formal application once you’ve decided on a card that works for you. Again, give correct details about you and your financial situation.  Email offers will come with a link to the online application. You can also call the toll-free number or fill out the paper application if your offer came in the mail. Provide any offer codes when you apply for the card. Most letters or emails will have a code including letters and numbers to access the specific offer made to you.
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Look for offers in your email or your mailbox. Review the offer. Research cards personally. Be wary of retailer credit card offers. Fill out the application.