Everyone has naturally occurring uric acid in his or her body. Uric acid is created when the body breaks down substances called purines. Purines are found in body tissues as well as some foods and drinks. Having too much uric acid in the body causes gout. A healthy uric acid level is below 6 mg/dL. Your doctor can test your uric acid level a few weeks after a gout flare to see if you might be at risk for additional gout flares. Gout may cause repeated flares.
July: Vegetables to plant in July include cantaloupes, collards, cucumbers, luffa, okra, pumpkins, Southern peas, shallots, squashes and watermelons. In addition, you can plant seeds to grow transplants of broccoli, Brussels sprouts, cabbage, cauliflower, Chinese cabbage, peppers and tomatoes.
When to Fertilize Crepe Myrtle. The crape myrtle (Lagerstroemia indica) is a small flowering tree or a large bush that blooms in various shades of red, white, pink, or purple in the summer and fall. A crape myrtle is a low-maintenance plant that can reach heights of 30 feet, providing privacy as a hedge or screen planting.