54 h. ago Gardeners urged to fertilise rosemary, thyme and lavender with one natural item

Herbs are very simple to grow and can even be done in pots on the windowsill, but the biggest mistake gardeners make is thinking they can all be fertilised the same

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4 d. ago Japanese maple trees survive the sun if one natural item is added to soil

Japanese maples are thirsty trees with shallow roots which is why it is important to know how to keep them hydrated before the summer heat arrives

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4 d. ago Lavender, thyme and rosemary will grow strong and healthy by adding 1 item to soil

Herbs need a different type of care to help them thrive

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9 d. 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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9 d. 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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1 week 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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2 w. 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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2 w. ago Gardeners urged to spread 4 natural fertilisers on lawns immediately

Using organic fertilisers not only feeds your lawn, but also supports soil health, biodiversity and resilience against pests and diseases

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3 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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3 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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3 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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3 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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4 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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last month 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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