Gardening

Discover how a simple garlic spray deters aphids and other rose pests. Learn the science, an easy home recipe, application tips, and safe, eco-friendly use.

Learn how to use crushed eggshells to deter slugs and snails, prepare and apply them safely, understand their limits, and boost eco-friendly pest control.

Learn how to kill garden weeds with boiling water: safe, chemical-free steps, where it works best, mistakes to avoid, and tips to boost lasting results.

Learn how to fertilise your UK lawn effortlessly with used coffee grounds: benefits, simple prep, rates and timing, smart combinations, plus myths and safety tips.

Discover how Epsom salt’s magnesium nourishes roots, boosts photosynthesis, and improves plant growth, with safe application rates, timing, and deficiency tips.

Learn how banana peel fertiliser boosts rose blooms: science, prep, safe application, timing, watering, and tips for fuller flowers in beds and containers.

UK gardeners face new invasive species threats in 2026. Learn risks—Asian hornet, lanternfly, fire ant—plus impacts, identification, prevention, reporting.

Uncover gardening’s unseen mental health gains: mood-lifting soil microbes, calming routines, and sensory cues that ease stress and improve sleep and focus.

UK guide: Avoid 5 spring gardening mistakes—cold soil sowing, overwatering, poor soil care, wrong varieties, and missed pest/frost protection—with fixes.