7 h. ago Gardeners urged to pour vodka and 64p mix on weeds this spring

If you're having trouble banishing weeds from your garden then it might be time to whip out the vodka bottle. According to an expert, it makes a safe and effective herbicide

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32 h. ago Gardeners who have tree stumps rotting at home 'should not touch them'

Gardeners are being urged not to cut down or remove tree stumps from their gardens - because it will do more harm than good and be harmful for wildlife that may have them their home

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32 h. ago Urgent warning to anyone using 90p kitchen staple to kill off weeds in April

Weeding is every gardener's nightmare, and shop-bought weed-killers can be an expensive route to go down. But this natural remedy is proven to work

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34 h. ago Gardeners urged to grow 3 plants to stop caterpillars eating everything

Pests are often part of a garden's eco-system, but they can also wreak havoc with plants - caterpillars included. But three plants could fend them off entirely

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34 h. ago Gardeners urged to plant eight flowers in April for critical reason

April is known as the crossroads between cold winter-like weather and the warmth of spring - and these eight flowers are a must in gardens if you want to encourage bees.

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39 h. ago Gardeners urged to spray 24p kitchen staple on plants to keep snails away

Snails are not picky when it comes to plants, but there's more than one natural way to deter them - and the good news is you probably already have the ingredients at home

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40 h. ago Gardeners urged to leave £4 kitchen staple dotted around the garden in April

Your everyday kitchen essentials can also be used in the garden to help your garden bloom this spring

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54 h. ago Gardeners urged to put used tea bags onto weeds to kill them immediately

Fancy a cup of tea? Be sure to keep your used tea bags aside, as they're essential for garden maintenance and can even fend off pests who feast on your plants

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55 h. ago Gardeners urged to make simple change to peonies and watch them thrive

Peonies are rarely troubled by pests or disease - yet one simple change can actually help them to bloom to their full potential this springtime and enhance their size

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58 h. ago Gardeners urged to prune lavender now so it produces constant blooms

Lavender is a beautiful plant to look at - but it also contains a wealth of benefits. Follow these tips to ensure your lavender plant remains prosperous all spring and summer

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61 h. ago Gardeners urged to put rice on bird tables this spring to support struggling populations

Gardeners are encouraged to leave rice on bird tables this spring to help struggling bird populations during nesting season

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67 h. ago Gardeners urged to put out this one kitchen cupboard item for the birds during nesting season

The next few months are the single most important time of year for British birds, with most species making nests, breeding and raising their young in our gardens in the months between March and June

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3 d. ago Urgent warning to anyone receiving supermarket flowers on Mother's Day

Flower experts have warned mums across the nation to avoid these common bloom mistakes this Mother's Day, or watch their beautiful floral display quickly wilt and die

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3 d. ago Gardeners urged to put grated cheese on bird feeders in April

Feeding the birds is important all year round - but exactly what to leave out for them changes according to the seasons and their varying needs

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3 d. ago Gardeners urged to apply 65p kitchen staple to revive plants immediately

As we enter spring, gardeners have been advised to revive plants and kill off fungal infections and diseases with this cheap kitchen staple

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4 d. ago Gardeners urged to plant specific flowers to confuse pests and keep them away

If you want to protect your plants from pests this spring then experts recommend planting a particular type of flower in order to confuse insects and lure away flies

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4 d. ago Gardeners urged to put cooked pasta on bird feeders immediately this spring

Garderns have been advised to put the popular dish on their bird feeders along with other odd leftovers

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4 d. ago Gardeners urged to bury 95p item in their soil to keep pests away

Tea bags make more than just a great cuppa, they can also be a fantastic way to rid your garden of irritating pests like snails, slugs, bugs and many kinds of vermin

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4 d. ago Gardeners urged to leave exact fruits out for birds this spring

As spring arrives, UK gardens will become a hub for bird activity with many familiar species entering their breeding and nesting seasons - here's what to feed them during this time.

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5 d. ago Gardeners urged to plant these flowers now and they'll bloom every year

Flowers bring light to any outdoor space. As we welcome the first week of spring, many gardeners may be wondering which flowers are best for this season, so we've gathered a list.

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