15 h. ago Gardeners urged to plant one common flower slugs absolutely hate

There are few plants that slugs enjoy nibbling more than the hosta, but instead of dousing yours in chemical insect repellants, try Diarmuid Gavin's more natural solution

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43 h. ago Wasps will fly away if they smell one hated plant in your garden

Gardening experts share an effective and natural method to get rid of the unwanted wasps and other pests from your garden area during the summertime - and it really works

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4 d. ago Slugs will keep off plants if gardeners use 'effective' 39p deterrent spray

Gardeners are being warned that watering plants in the evening could be luring slugs into gardens - but there is a simple way to keep the pests at bay

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2 w. ago UK households urged to remove 3 items from garden to stop influx of ants

Gardening experts have shared the most effective and harmless way to get rid of ants and other insects by naming the three most common items people tend to overlook.

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2 w. ago Strawberries will be slug free if one surprising natural item is placed around plant

Strawberry plants are most at risk of being attacked by slugs in June when they are at their peak so it is important that gardeners know how to safely protect their harvest from pests.

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2 w. ago Gardening expert explains how to get vibrant roses using one simple kitchen hack

If you're looking to get the most out of your summer blooms, one gardening expert has shared a simple yet effective fertilising hack that can help your roses and hydrangeas thrive

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3 w. ago Placing this one fruit near your plants will stop slugs from destroying your garden

Your plants will stay intact whilst the peckish pests get lured into a trap you can easily clear out

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3 w. ago Gardeners told to leave one fruit on the ground to stop slugs destroying plants

If slugs are wreaking havoc in your garden, there's a simple trick that could send them packing - and it involves nothing more than a specific fruit that you must use

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