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Illustration of a gardener applying a garlic-water spray to tender new growth to deter aphids and whitefly

Gardening

November 19, 2025

The garlic-water spray deters leaf pests: how sulphur compounds protect new growth

Discover how a garlic-water spray uses sulphur compounds to deter aphids and whitefly, protect new growth, and fit into eco-friendly, low-cost pest control.

Illustration of boiling water being poured from a kettle onto weeds in patio cracks, with steam rising and stems wilting on contact

Gardening

November 19, 2025

The boiling-water weed trick works instantly: how heat collapses stems on contact

Discover how boiling water kills weeds on contact: the science of stem collapse, where and when it works best, safety steps, limits, and eco-friendly tips.

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