INPUT ARTICLE: Article: There are two general methods of propagating zucchini - either by planting seeds, or by purchasing a small pre-existing zucchini plant and transplanting it to your garden. If you choose to grow your zucchini from seeds, you’ll have to start your seeds 4-6 weeks prior to the planting time outdoors for your environment/location. Grabbing a pre-potted plant is always easier and less time-consuming, but may not be as fulfilling as starting your zucchini from seeds.  There are a few kinds of zucchini, but the squash are all generally the same. You might see zucchini as classified as ‘open habit’ or ‘dense habit’, which refers to the way the leaves grow on the bush (sprawling/vine-y or bush-like). Most bush varieties of zucchini are considered summer squash, while vine varieties are considered winter squash. Zucchini will vary naturally between a yellow-ish hue and a green so dark it is nearly black. Some have very mild stripes/spots, this is normal and should not be concerning. Zucchini is typically considered a  summer squash, because it thrives and produces the best fruit in summer. Some varieties are considered winter squashes, but this has to do with the time of fruiting, rather than the time of planting. Zucchini are sun loving and won’t do well in cold soil. Therefore, plant your zucchini when the temperature of the soil outdoors is at least 55 °F (13 °C). This is normally after the first or second week of spring, after all chance of frost have passed. If you’re not sure when to plant, call your local agricultural extension for detailed information on planting times for zucchini in your area. Zucchini will thrive in an area that gets full sunlight with plenty of room to spread out. Find a location in your garden that will supply the zucchini with at least 6-10 hours of sunlight per day, and that lacks too much shade. Be sure to select a plot that has well draining soil; zucchini like moist soil, but not soggy soil.  If necessary, improve drainage by planting the zucchini on soil mounds, or through larger changes such as soil amendment and drainage systems. Plant in an area with southern exposure for maximum sun (or northern exposure in the Southern Hemisphere). Although not everyone has the time to, preparing soil several months in advance will allow for the best growing conditions for your zucchini. Start by mixing in a gardening mulch and fertilizer, to supply the soil with the necessary nutrients. Test the soil pH, and amend it if necessary; zucchini prefer a soil environment with a pH between 6 and 7.5. To make the soil more acidic (lower pH), mix in peat moss or pine needles. To make the soil more alkaline (higher pH), mix in lime.  To add nutrients and organic material, till compost into the soil a month before planting, then cover with mulch until time to plant. If your soil does not drain well, mix in some sand to help encourage water drainage. tart your seeds. If you’d rather not take chances of sowing your seeds directly into the soil, you can start your zucchini seeds indoors 4-6 weeks prior to transplanting them outdoors. Grab seed trays, soil-less potting mixture, and your seeds. Place a single seed in each tray, cover with ⅛ inch of potting mixture, and water well! These should be placed in an area that gets sunlight and is at least 60 °F (16 °C). When the second set of leaves have sprouted, the zucchini starts are ready to be transplanted outdoors.

SUMMARY: Decide how you’re going to start your zucchini. Know when to plant. Find the perfect planting location. Prepare your soil. .


INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Use a pen and a cookie cutter to trace a festive shape onto your card. Cut the shape out with scissors, then punch a hole in the top with a hole puncher. Thread thin ribbon or yarn though the hole, then tie the ends together to make a loop.  Make sure that the color of your ribbon or yarn matches your card. Repeat this step as many times as you want to create a whole set of ornaments. You can also string all of the shapes onto a long piece of yarn, and use it as a garland instead. Open up a Christmas card, and use a hole puncher to make a hole along the top edge of the folded part. Repeat this step with several cards, then string them onto a long piece of yarn. Tie small loops into each end of the yarn so that you can hang the garland.  Punching the holes along the spines will help keep the card facing forward. If you don't want the cards to hang open, tape them shut with double-sided tape. You can also thread these cards onto smaller pieces of yarn and turn them into ornaments instead. Use a hole punch to punch a hole onto the left and right side edge of each card. Weave a wide, festive ribbon down and up through each hole, so that it doesn't cover the front of the cards. Space the cards 1 to 3 inches (2.5 to 7.6 cm) apart, then secure the ribbon to a wall, mantle, window, or doorway with tape or thumb tacks. Use large, craft punches in different sizes to cut circles out of your cards. Glue the largest circles together to form a ring, then layer the smaller circles on top. Embellish the wreath with some glittery pompoms in matching colors, then hang it over a door knob.  Overlap your circles to make a more interesting look. Use a scalloped hole punch for a fancier wreath. Cut shapes and images out of your cards, such as an ornament or Christmas tree. Glue them on top of a folded piece of cardstock. Embellish the card with glitter glue, washi tape, ribbon, buttons, or other scrapbooking embellishments. Glue a folded sheet of white paper into the card, then write your message. Use foam mounting tape to create layers.

SUMMARY: Cut festive shapes out of the cards, then use them as ornaments. Punch holes into the tops of the cards, then string them together. Punch holes to sides of your cards, then weave them onto a ribbon. Make a wreath by cutting cards into circles, then gluing them together. Recycle cards by cutting them apart and turning them into new cards.


INPUT ARTICLE: Article: You can use any web browser on your Android device. You cannot get the full version of AdGuard from the Google Play Store. It's the green button at the bottom of the page.  This downloads the AdGuard apk file. You may be informed that installing these kinds of files can be harmful to your phone.  Tap Ok. Depending on which web browser you are using, this may be an icon with three dots ("…" or "⋮"), or an icon with three horizontal lines (☰).  It is typically located in the upper-right corner or lower-right corner. It's in your web browsers menu.  This displays a list of downloads you downloaded through your web browser. This installs AdGuard on your Android device If you receive a pop-up that says your phone is not allowed to install files from unknown sources, tap the option in the pop-up that opens your Settings menu.  Then tap the toggle switch next to "Allow unknown sources". This installs the AdGuard app using the APK file. It has a green icon that is shaped like a shield that has a checkmark in the middle.  Tap the icon on your home screen or apps menu to open the app, or tap Open in the lower-left corner after the app is installed. It's the green button at the bottom of the screen.  This starts the quick setup process. It's the green button at the bottom of the page. "Comfortable" is the only option available with the free version of AdGuard.  It blocks all known analytics and lower third-party cookie lifetimes.  "High" and "Ultimate" have more features to block your web browser from tracking you.  These options are only available on the Premium version of the app. It's the green button at the bottom of the app. If you do not wish to sign up for AdGuard Premium, tap the "x" icon in the upper-right corner to close the ad. This enables ad protection. While AdGuard protection is on, your battery usage may not be properly reflected in the Settings menu.

SUMMARY:
Navigate to https://adguard.com using a web browser. Tap Download. Tap the Menu icon. Tap Downloads. Tap the "adguard.apk" file. Tap Install. Open AdGuard. Tap Continue. Tap Block them. Select your privacy level. Tap Hide Them. Tap the "x" icon to close the ad. Tap the toggle switch .