Gardening
Crushed eggshells create a natural calcium barrier to deter slugs and snails. Prep, safety, evidence, limits, and pairing tips for resilient UK gardens.
Gardening
Discover how a simple banana peel rub safely polishes houseplant leaves while potassium supports leaf health. Steps, safety tips, and species to avoid.
Gardening
Discover how coffee grounds enrich flower beds: the nitrogen benefits, safe mulch methods, risks and myths, plus practical tips for sustainable sourcing.
Gardening
Stop moth damage naturally with lavender sachets: scent science explained, simple making and placement tips, refresh timings, and pollinator-friendly IPM.
Gardening
Discover how pine needle mulch suppresses weeds and gently acidifies soil. Learn the science of natural resins, allelopathy, and smart application tips.
Gardening
Discover how orange peel mulch naturally deters cats. Learn the science of citrus oils, safe use, tips, and alternatives for pet-friendly gardens.
Gardening
Discover how a garlic and chilli spray repels insects by harnessing sulphur compounds and capsaicinoids. Learn the science, DIY recipe, uses, and limits.
Gardening
Discover how a weak chamomile tea brew acts as a natural fungicide to prevent damping-off in seedlings, with practical steps, tips, and an integrated approach.
Gardening
Discover how beer traps use yeast aroma to lure snails and slugs overnight. Learn setup, placement, safety tips, limits, and eco-friendly alternatives.
Gardening
Discover how crushed eggshells deter slugs without chemicals: the science of sharp edges, prep and maintenance, pros and cons, plus smart combinations.