12 h. ago Scottish dog owners urged to pack smart: Could a probiotic be the secret to a stress

When it comes to the great getaway, Scottish dog owners plan for every eventuality, except the havoc holidays can wreak on our guts. But there’s one item natural health experts say could transform your break: the humble probiotic.

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14 h. ago Gardeners told to spray roses with natural item in May to protect them from rust

Roses across the country may be battling rust disease as the humid weather encourages the disease to spread

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3 d. ago Missing Welsh teenager live updates: people told to check gardens as concern grows

Concerns are growing for 'vulnerable' Athrun

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3 d. ago Gardeners told to use £1 kitchen staple on outdoor furniture for instant revival

Garden furniture often becomes one of the biggest casualties in a garden as it collects all sorts of dirt and grime - but one kitchen staple could give it an instant refresh

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3 d. ago Households urged to collect one natural item and place them all over garden

If you have an abundance of this one item lying around your garden, experts say you can use them to improve plant growth - without it costing a penny

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4 d. ago Banish patio weeds in 24 hours by using natural item and no pulling

Weeds are known to cause absolute chaos for gardeners; however, an expert has revealed a simple way to rid your patio and driveway of weeds in little to no time

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5 d. ago Gardeners told 3 major flowers will blossom early after record temperatures

The Met Office says that April's unusually sunny and dry weather conditions has led to a major shift in plant growth cycles - with some flowering earlier than expected

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5 d. ago Gardeners told to plant 3 flowers that fight weeds but with caution

Gardeners are being advised to plant natural weed-fighting flowers, but to proceed with care, as not all options suit every garden or local ecosystem

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6 d. ago Roses will be instantly revived if fed £2 item in the middle of summer

Gardeners are being told to use these two items to ensure that their summer blooms, particularly roses, are staying as vibrant and colourful during the spring and summer months.

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8 d. ago Gardeners told to do two important jobs in May or 'lose control'

If you want your garden looking its best for summer there are two tasks you have to check off now before it's too late - and they're simple enough for even the most amateur gardener

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8 d. ago Households told to save empty water bottles and put them in your garden

If you have a load of empty bottles lying around don't toss them in the bin just yet - experts say they can be transformed into highly efficient tools to help your plants thrive

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9 d. ago Gardeners told to sprinkle 59p baking ingredient on tomato plants to make them sweeter

Tomatoes are a great plant for beginners to start growing, as they are versatile and delicious, however, if you want to make them as tasty as possible, there's a cheap trick you can try

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2 w. ago Get bigger strawberries by burying one surprising natural item in the soil

Strawberries require more nitrogen in the spring than most other garden plants. Failure to do this will result in thin and weak stems which will not be strong enough to produce fruit

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2 w. ago Squirrels 'cannot tolerate' one natural item if you place it in your garden

Squirrels can be a real nuisance in the garden, but there is an easy way to keep them at bay - and gardeners are being encouraged to try it out

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2 w. ago Banish ants by spraying 1 natural item with 'strong smell' on windowsills — makes them 'retreat'

As the weather gets hotter, you might find ants in your home - but one expert has shared a simple hack to keep the insects out, and you only need one thing

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2 w. ago Households with cats using the garden told to make urgent change

Experts urge Brits to fit bell collars on cats as garden birds face alarming population drops with the National Go Birding Day concept highlighting conservation concerns

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2 w. ago Gardeners urged to ditch vinegar to banish weeds and use natural item instead

You may have heard that vinegar is a great way to get rid of weeds but one gardening expert has recommended an equally easy and more effective way to banish them for good

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2 w. ago 'Powerful' natural item to bury in hydrangea soil to help huge blooms

Hydrangeas are thirsty plants and need to be watered regularly in spring to ensure they grow strong shoots to support their summer blooms. Here's a natural way to keep them well watered

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2 w. ago Lawns will grow greener if one natural item is left on top of the soil

Gardening experts are urging everyone to keep their freshly cut lawn and leave it on top of the soil to ensure a healthier and stronger grass growth during the spring and summer months.

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3 w. ago Warning to homeowners with this type of tree in their garden

Some weeds and invasive grasses can also become highly flammable in hot, dry conditions as gardeners are told to keep a close eye on their outdoor spaces

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