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The Sun
21-07-2025
- General
- The Sun
A spoonful of 89p Aldi bakery staple will fix bald, brown patches on your lawn WITHOUT having to returf
PREPPING for summer activities includes making sure your lawn looks as pristine as it can be. And luckily, you can do just that with just a spoonful of a cheap 89p Aldi bakery staple. 4 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 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." Wake up to a weed-free lawn for months thanks to Aldi's £10 gadget that pulls them out without bending or kneeling down Not a one-trick pony 4 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. Gardening tips and hacks How to transform your garden on a cheap budget How to preserve your favourite flowers at home - 5 easy tips explained Which plants should I be wary about my dog being around? When is the best time to prune roses? When should I start planting daffodil bulbs? How high can a garden fence be and can it be taller than my neighbours? What colour of fence paint makes a garden look bigger? Will my garden plants still grow if my backyard doesn't receive any sun? "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. Other garden hacks 4 Here are 7 simple hacks to get your garden summer-ready without breaking the bank. An old-wives hack that gets rid of rust from garden furniture for free – it used to be a gypsy secret but we are revealing all. The Queen of Clean's 5p hack that stops wasps & hornets attacking you in your garden – they get 'dizzy' & fly away. A cheap 30p hack that will transform patios and garden paths in seconds & make your outdoor space look very smart.
Yahoo
29-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Man's Desperate Attempt to Outrun Charging Polar Bear Caught in Harrowing Video
There are some things that you just have to see to believe, and this video of a man trying to outrun a polar bear is one of them. ABC News shared the video at the end of April of a man in the Arctic town of Pyramiden on the Norwegian archipelago of Svalbard trying to get away from an angry polar bear, and it's wild! Holding a rifle, the man came face to face with the polar bear. Onlookers were recording from inside a home and watched as the polar bear charged the man. The terrified man ran towards his snowmobile, dropping the gun before speeding away. The polar bear continued to chase the man for a few seconds before realizing it wasn't worth it. The recording stops soon after, so we don't get to see what the bear did next, but what a chase! Viewers of ABC News' video had mixed reactions to the man's decision to toss the gun. @Choochmahoggin wondered, "What's the point of having the rifle if he's just going to throw it and run lol. That's not how I would've used it." @Mr. Peckham shared, "He probably only survived because the sound of the snowmobile scared the bear for a moment. Riskyyyy..." Another commenter added, "He had a lottttt of faith in that snowmobile." I laughed when @Abby joked, "That bear has been trying to reach him about his car's extended warranty." Commenter @Panya cracked me up when they said, "Wasn't in the mood for fast food so it stopped and waited for the next home delivery."Viewer @Luke K shared a reminder, "This is a good time to remember just because it looks cute doesn't mean it's friendly. Wildlife are often a lot more dangerous than people realize." Outdoor Guide ranked 12 bear species by how dangerous they are, and polar bears held the number one spot. The spot was between polar bears and grizzly bears because both are iconic for their aggression, but Outdoor Guide shared, "Biology wins the day in our ranking. The largest bear in the world, polar bears clock in at an amazing size of 10 feet tall when standing, and commonly weigh over 1,700 pounds. These bears are also apex predators." The article goes on to say, "Polar bears have incredibly sharp teeth and a bite force of about 1,200 psi. They are designed for ripping blubber off of seals, so imagine what they will do to you. Polar bears are not fussy about eating humans, either. They have even been known to hunt humans in some cases. If you plan on traveling to the Arctic, be sure to hire both a guide and a polar bear guard armed with a high-powered rifle." We want to add that you shouldn't drop the gun, either!
