Gardening

Learn how banana peels deliver potassium, phosphorus, calcium and magnesium to boost seedling growth, with safe application methods, limits, and UK tips.

Learn to propagate cuttings with cinnamon: the natural antifungal ‘rooting hormone’ that speeds callusing, reduces rot, and boosts success across many plants.

Turn kitchen eggshells into a slow-release calcium boost for roses. Learn preparation, safe doses, pH tips, and myths to grow stronger canes and bigger blooms.

Repel snails overnight with crushed eggshells. Discover how this eco-friendly, low-cost barrier works, the best way to apply it, plus caveats and smart combos.

Deter weeds with vinegar: discover how acetic acid scorches foliage to starve roots, where it works best, dilution tips, and application for patios and paths.

Revive a dying lawn with Epsom salt: learn why magnesium boosts chlorophyll, how to apply safely, diagnose deficiencies, and get fast, lasting green colour.

Discover how crushed eggshells create a natural, wildlife-friendly barrier against slugs. Learn the science, prep, best use cases, and limits for UK gardens.

Discover how onion’s sulphur scent repels aphids instantly. Learn DIY sprays, companion planting, and safe, eco-friendly tips to protect beds, borders, and pots.

Banana peel can rapidly boost succulent growth and color. Explore the potassium advantage, safe prep and dosing methods, timing, and practical troubleshooting.

Revive drooping houseplants overnight with banana peel: the science-backed potassium boost, three simple methods, safety tips, and common mistakes to avoid.