Delphiniums, which often suffer in our heat, are rated 6-1. Much of central Illinois is zone 6 so as you can see we are on the top range of heat that a delphinium will tolerate. Since the heat zone ratings are fairly new they are not listed as regularly as hardiness zones.
Methods Using Common Household Items. Sometimes cream of tartar will help to remove set stains from old linens. Mix 3 teaspoon of the cream of tartar per cup of water and boil your linen in the soup for a few minutes. Rinse in cold water and allow to sun dry.ethods Using Common Household Items. Sometimes cream of tartar will help to remove set stains from old linens. Mix 3 teaspoon of the cream of tartar per cup of water and boil your linen in the soup for a few minutes. Rinse in cold water and allow to sun dry.
Soak in 1/2 cup white vinegar and cold water prior to washing the clothing on a regular cycle. If it is a tough or set stain, soak garment directly in 1/4 cup of vinegar and 1/4 cup water for 30 minutes prior to washing.Rinse item out prior to washing on a warm cycle to sterilize clothing.oak in 1/2 cup white vinegar and cold water prior to washing the clothing on a regular cycle. If it is a tough or set stain, soak garment directly in 1/4 cup of vinegar and 1/4 cup water for 30 minutes prior to washing.