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Scottish Sun
06-05-2025
- General
- Scottish Sun
Aldi is selling £8 garden gizmo to help get rid of weeds this summer – and make tiresome garden jobs easy
All recommendations within this article are informed by expert editorial opinion. If you click on a link in this story we may earn affiliate revenue. Watch the to find out what other garden bargains Aldi has on offer WEED IT OUT Aldi is selling £8 garden gizmo to help get rid of weeds this summer – and make tiresome garden jobs easy ALDI is selling a £8 gadget perfect for keeping your garden in tip top condition this summer. With temperatures set to climb again this weekend, after a chilly bank holiday many of us are likely making plans to spend time relaxing in the garden. Advertisement 1 Aldi has the perfect bargain to keep your garden in tip top shape Credit: Getty However, after a long winter of neglect, you may have found that your garden is in need of a bit of TLC. And whether pesky weeds or a drab looking patio are your main concern, the Gardenline 5L Pressure Sprayer is bound to make any job easier. Priced at just £7.99, the bargain buy will be available in stores from Thursday, May 8. Anyone keen to grab themselves a sprayer should head to their local Aldi as soon as possible since, as with all Specialbuys, the product is only available while stocks last. Advertisement The sprayer is perfect for blasting your patio slabs with, to make them sparkling and looking as good as new. Additionally, according to Aldi, it is "great for weeds control". Although a warning displayed on the box warns that you cannot put herbicides into the sprayer, it can still help to banish weeds. Simply place a weed killing substance such as salt or white vinegar onto the weeds, and once they have died, blast them with the sprayer to dislodge the roots. Advertisement "Use a pressure washer or a hose to remove the soil from the cracks so weeds can't germinate," explained Noelle Johnson, horticulturist and author of The Water-Smart Garden. "The strong stream of water from a pressure [washer] will, at times, dislodge the weed or at the very least cut it off below the surface of the crack," added Brad Fowler, urban horticulture extension agent. Aldi is selling a greenhouse that's the 'best $39.99 ever spent' and perfect for getting your garden ready The sprayer includes a long reach lance with an adjustable nozzle and safety valve making it simple to use. It holds up to five litres of water, and comes with a three year warranty, so you can be safe in the knowledge that it will help you tackle garden problems for years to come. Advertisement Plus the product is miles cheaper than pressure sprayers from other stores, such as the Hozelock - Standard Pressure Sprayer, which is priced at £36.99 at B&Q. If weeds are taking over your garden, you can also try Aldi's Electric Weed Killer. More weed hacks MORE cheap hacks to banish weeds from your garden for good. BRUSH OFF: Gardening fans have raved about the Rolson Weed Brush, which you can buy from B&M. One social media user commented: "This is my new friend. £4 from B&M", whilst a second agreed: "I used one of these too and it's brilliant. It removes the whole weed too." BAKE IT: Gardening enthusiasts have also praised baking soda for tackling weeds. One man explained: ''What will then happen is the plants will absorb it, as they get damp when it starts to rain because they're thirsty - because it's been sunny. That's nature's way of killing it.'' WASH THIS: According to Sam Marlow, a gardening expert, washing powder is an affordable way to say goodbye to weeds. He advised: "If you're on a budget, there's a cheap way to keep weeds at bay. If you want to remove persistent unwanted plants from paths or patios, try using washing powder. It's a super easy way to banish weeds once and for all.' Perfect for penny pinchers, the Aldi dupe costs just £14.99, £123 cheaper the Bosch original which will set you back £127.99. The bonkers 'corded bruschetter,' flips between an astonishing four functions. Advertisement Not only can it wipe away those pesky weeds with a hot air gun so powerful that it can also remove paint, but it also has a handy barbecue lighter and can varnish without the need for toxic chemicals. The Aldi version is actually stronger than its more expensive competitor with a 2000 watt blast compared to Bosch's meagre 950 watt capability. Unlike the mowtown massacre of traditional chemical weed killers, you'll finally win the war of the weeds with 'no brown spots in your lawn' or horticultural 'collateral damage.' The Aldi offering even comes with five spare blades for when you inevitably drop one through a grate.
Scottish Sun
27-04-2025
- General
- Scottish Sun
I'm a gardening pro & my 50p homemade weed killer will banish invasive plants overnight – just apply it in the sun
All recommendations within this article are informed by expert editorial opinion. If you click on a link in this story we may earn affiliate revenue. Scroll down to read more on hacks to get rid of weeds from your garden DIY TRY I'm a gardening pro & my 50p homemade weed killer will banish invasive plants overnight – just apply it in the sun Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) IF you're sprucing up your garden ahead of the summer, this simple hack may be worth a try. An expert has revealed the item that banishes weeds overnight, and you probably already have it in your kitchen. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 2 An expert revealed the DIY hack you can use to banish weeds in your garden overnight (stock image) Credit: Getty Weeds are a common issue in most gardens, and can negatively affect the overall health of your plants if not removed. They are also unsightly and can bring down the appearance of your garden. An expert from Moral Fibres spoke to the Daily Express about the best way to tackle unwanted plants. The professional suggested adding a kitchen essential to your weeds to kill them overnight. Adding three teaspoons of washing liquid to a vinegar and salt solution is said to banish weeds in a matter of hours. According to the expert, the homemade weed killer 'works indiscriminately on all plant life and can turn your soil acidic'. "My main tip is that this homemade weed killer recipe works best on a dry sunny day," they continued. "I'd suggest applying it at midday, or just before, when the sun is at its peak. It really helps to dry out the weeds." You can pick up a bottle of washing up liquid for just 49p from Savers. However, the expert recommended considering washing off the solution before you go to bed. I tried 'magic' Lidl garden hose - you need to get it, it's perfect for summer "This is in case any local wildlife walks over your slabs or paving – such as hedgehogs, foxes, or badgers," the pro explained. "Salt and vinegar could be caustic to their paws or cause sickness if ingested. "Again, rinsing off the solution prevents this from being an issue." The expert also broke down the best steps to take when dealing with larger weeds. "For larger, more well-established weeds spray the leaves and also pour a good glug of the solution onto the plant," they said. More weed hacks MORE cheap hacks to banish weeds from your garden for good. BRUSH OFF: Gardening fans have raved about the Rolson Weed Brush, which you can buy from B&M. One social media user commented: "This is my new friend. £4 from B&M", whilst a second agreed: "I used one of these too and it's brilliant. It removes the whole weed too." BAKE IT: Gardening enthusiasts have also praised baking soda for tackling weeds. One man explained: ''What will then happen is the plants will absorb it, as they get damp when it starts to rain because they're thirsty - because it's been sunny. That's nature's way of killing it.'' WASH THIS: According to Sam Marlow, a gardening expert, washing powder is an affordable way to say goodbye to weeds. He advised: "If you're on a budget, there's a cheap way to keep weeds at bay. If you want to remove persistent unwanted plants from paths or patios, try using washing powder. It's a super easy way to banish weeds once and for all.' "It's very effective – you should notice the weeds beginning to wilt within an hour." To make this DIY solution, use one litre of white vinegar with three large tablespoons of salt. Add three teaspoons of washing-up liquid to this mixture and pour into a spray bottle. Ensure the salt is well dissolved before adding the washing-up liquid and make sure to give it a nice stir.
The Sun
27-04-2025
- General
- The Sun
I'm a gardening pro & my 50p homemade weed killer will banish invasive plants overnight – just apply it in the sun
IF you're sprucing up your garden ahead of the summer, this simple hack may be worth a try. An expert has revealed the item that banishes weeds overnight, and you probably already have it in your kitchen. 2 Weeds are a common issue in most gardens, and can negatively affect the overall health of your plants if not removed. They are also unsightly and can bring down the appearance of your garden. An expert from Moral Fibres spoke to the Daily Express about the best way to tackle unwanted plants. The professional suggested adding a kitchen essential to your weeds to kill them overnight. Adding three teaspoons of washing liquid to a vinegar and salt solution is said to banish weeds in a matter of hours. According to the expert, the homemade weed killer 'works indiscriminately on all plant life and can turn your soil acidic'. "My main tip is that this homemade weed killer recipe works best on a dry sunny day," they continued. "I'd suggest applying it at midday, or just before, when the sun is at its peak. It really helps to dry out the weeds." You can pick up a bottle of washing up liquid for just 49p from Savers. However, the expert recommended considering washing off the solution before you go to bed. I tried 'magic' Lidl garden hose - you need to get it, it's perfect for summer "This is in case any local wildlife walks over your slabs or paving – such as hedgehogs, foxes, or badgers," the pro explained. "Salt and vinegar could be caustic to their paws or cause sickness if ingested. "Again, rinsing off the solution prevents this from being an issue." The expert also broke down the best steps to take when dealing with larger weeds. "For larger, more well-established weeds spray the leaves and also pour a good glug of the solution onto the plant," they said. More weed hacks MORE cheap hacks to banish weeds from your garden for good. BRUSH OFF: Gardening fans have raved about the Rolson Weed Brush, which you can buy from B&M. One social media user commented: "This is my new friend. £4 from B&M", whilst a second agreed: "I used one of these too and it's brilliant. It removes the whole weed too." BAKE IT: Gardening enthusiasts have also praised baking soda for tackling weeds. One man explained: ''What will then happen is the plants will absorb it, as they get damp when it starts to rain because they're thirsty - because it's been sunny. That's nature's way of killing it.'' WASH THIS: According to Sam Marlow, a gardening expert, washing powder is an affordable way to say goodbye to weeds. He advised: "If you're on a budget, there's a cheap way to keep weeds at bay. If you want to remove persistent unwanted plants from paths or patios, try using washing powder. It's a super easy way to banish weeds once and for all.' "It's very effective – you should notice the weeds beginning to wilt within an hour." To make this DIY solution, use one litre of white vinegar with three large tablespoons of salt. Add three teaspoons of washing-up liquid to this mixture and pour into a spray bottle. Ensure the salt is well dissolved before adding the washing-up liquid and make sure to give it a nice stir.
