Gardening

Discover how baking soda curbs fungus by shifting pH and stressing spores. Practical garden and home uses, safe mixes, key limits, and when to seek help.

Discover how mulch insulates roots instantly, keeps soil warm, and protects crowns. Learn best materials, depths, step-by-step tips, and common mistakes

Coffee grounds as a natural snail deterrent: how they work, best practices, limits, and eco-friendly tactics for healthier, wildlife-friendly UK gardens.

Maximise germination with rice water: why soaking seeds can double sprouting speed, plus safe dilution, soak times, and which crops benefit most.

Repel pests naturally with crushed eggshells. Learn how shells deter slugs and snails, how to prepare and apply them, plus benefits and smart pairings.

Boost plant growth with banana peels: discover how potassium-rich scraps supercharge nutrient uptake, smart application methods, science, and mistakes to avoid.

Discover how Epsom salt (magnesium sulfate) can enhance flower blooms—boosting petal size and colour—with science-backed tips, dosages, timings, and pitfalls.

Discover how used tea bags boost flower colour and health almost overnight. Learn the science, application tips, and safety notes for fast, vibrant blooms.

Learn how Epsom salt boosts basil growth and flavour: when and how to apply, dosages, deficiency signs, pitfalls, and care tips for lush, aromatic leaves.

Discover how used coffee grounds enrich soil: boost structure, feed microbes, add slow-release nitrogen, and learn safe, effective ways to apply them to plants.