
A spoonful of 89p Aldi bakery staple will fix bald, brown patches on your lawn WITHOUT having to returf
And luckily, you can do just that with just a spoonful of a cheap 89p Aldi bakery staple.
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Getting the ideal lawn means fighting against moss, fungal infections, and numerous insects determined to leave it looking sparse and uneven.
But we have an affordable and easy method to immediately enhance your lawn's appearance whilst deterring nuisances and making your grass look greener.
The 89p Hack
Gardeners are being urged to sprinkle cinnamon powder on their lawns this summer because it's a cheap and easy way to instantly boost the look of your lawn.
Cinnamon isn't just a spice to season food, but it actually contains some properties that make your lawn look better.
According to OutdoorGuide.com, cinnamon is a good eco-friendly alternative to spraying chemicals on a lawn which will repel insects and pests, including ants, aphids and mosquitoes.
But it will also stop squirrels from digging in your lawn to bury food too reports The Express.
It says: 'Sprinkling cinnamon on your grass isn't just a quirky garden trick; it's a natural defence against a host of unwanted critters from industrious ants to delicate aphids to buzzing mosquitoes.
'Research, like a study featured in Molecules, suggests that cinnamon possesses remarkable properties.
"That not only repel pests but can even deter insects from laying their eggs when applied in larger quantities.
"This repellent effect can be attributed to the presence of potent compounds like cinnamaldehyde as well as terpenoids, known for their insecticidal properties."
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Not a one-trick pony
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Cinnamon isn't just a one-trick pony when it comes to pest control.
The company said: "It boasts a versatile repertoire, capable of warding off and even deterring larger nuisances like squirrels and raccoons, making it a comprehensive solution for safeguarding the grass in your garden.'
Cinnamon's anti-fungal properties also block the growth of moss, fungus and other harmful bacteria that would mean to do your lawn harm.
It adds: 'Cinnamon doesn't just stop at repelling pests; it's also a powerful ally in combating harmful bacteria and fungi that threaten the health of your grass, as shown by a study in Agricultural and Food Chemistry.
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"This aromatic spice has remarkable antimicrobial properties, primarily attributed to compounds like cinnamaldehyde.
"When sprinkled onto your grass, cinnamon acts as a natural barrier, inhibiting the growth of detrimental bacteria in the soil.'
So there you go - Cinnamon can stop mildew, and also stimulate plant growth for your grass and with Aldi selling it for only 89p - it's an easy gardening solution.
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