FROM dining al fresco to hosting summer get-togethers, spending time in the garden is one of summer’s little luxuries. But with wetter weather than usual this summer, UK gardens have become plagued by weeds and other pesky plants. However, gardening fans don’t have to panic and there are some little-known hacks to help keep your garden on top form.
From white vinegar to fast-acting weed killers, there is a trick for everything. Helping Brits tackle the problem, Wickes Senior Category Manager for Gardens, Clair Albone, shares her top tips to rid outdoor spaces of these unwanted plants. Clair says: “If time is of the essence, gardeners may opt for a fast-acting chemical-based spray that will remove unwanted plants in no time.
” READ MORE ON GARDENING Shoppers aren’t just focusing on chemical solutions, as Clair points to a growing desire among gardeners to use natural methods. She explains: “For those looking to avoid using harsh chemicals, a simple household ingredient can also be effective in cleaning up patio tiles. “White vinegar can be diluted in a mixture of 1:1 with water and applied directly to tiles to start scrubbing as well as pouring boiling hot water from the kettle onto the weeds to kill them.
” Gently clean tiles using a soft bristle brush like the Bulldozer Deck Scrub & Scrape , which costs £13 from Wickes. Most read in Fabulous It is specifically designed for cleaning patios, decking and pathways. The PVC bristles form a layered 'turret effect' t.