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Scottish Sun
21-07-2025
- General
- Scottish Sun
A spoonful of 89p Aldi bakery staple will fix bald, brown patches on your lawn WITHOUT having to returf
Plus read our other garden hacks GRASS IS GREENER A spoonful of 89p Aldi bakery staple will fix bald, brown patches on your lawn WITHOUT having to returf Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) 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. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 4 The simple spice contains properties that are good for your lawn 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 4 Aldi's 89p ground cinnamon powder Credit: Aldi 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 It can help in the battle against moss Credit: Getty 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. "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 A simple cleaning hack to remove rust from garden furniture Credit: Alamy 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.
Daily Mirror
21-07-2025
- Health
- Daily Mirror
Gardeners should to sprinkle common kitchen spice on lawns this summer
Cinnamon isn't just a sweet spice to season food with, but it actually contains some very useful properties that make it a perfect lawn-fixing feed ingredient without using chemicals It commands centre stage in most people's back gardens, but maintaining a verdant, thriving lawn involves far more than the occasional mow and sporadic weed removal. Actually, achieving the ideal lawn means waging war against moss, fungal infections, and countless bugs and creatures determined to tear it apart, destroy it, and leave it looking sparse and uneven. That's precisely why green-fingered enthusiasts are being encouraged to dust their grass with cinnamon powder this summer - as it's an affordable and straightforward method to immediately enhance your lawn's appearance whilst deterring nuisances, preventing fungal growth and mildew, and encouraging grass development all in one go. Cinnamon serves as more than just a delightful culinary spice, possessing remarkably beneficial qualities that transform it into an ideal lawn-restoration ingredient without resorting to harsh chemicals, reports the Express. Based on findings from cinnamon offers an environmentally conscious substitute to chemical lawn treatments, successfully driving away insects and unwanted visitors, including ants, aphids and mosquitoes. Additionally, it prevents squirrels from excavating holes in your turf to stash their food supplies. The guide states: "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. "Cinnamon isn't just a one-trick pony when it comes to pest control. 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." The benefits extend further, as cinnamon's anti-fungal qualities also prevent moss, fungus and other damaging bacteria from taking hold in your lawn. The research continues: "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. This aromatic spice harbors 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." Beyond this, it can prevent mildew whilst simultaneously encouraging healthy grass growth. All in all, cinnamon is nothing less than a garden powerhouse, capable of enhancing grass growth, warding off pests of all sizes and halting fungus, moss and mildew.
Tom's Guide
10-06-2025
- Health
- Tom's Guide
Gardeners urged to sprinkle cinnamon on their lawns this summer — and it makes more sense than you think
As the sunnier weather finally arrives, it's a time to enjoy your lawn instead of just staring at it through your windows. But, the summer months also bring along endless problems for your lovely, green grass like aphids, ants, mosquitoes, moss and fungus, who all have big plans to ruin it. Fortunately, there's a cheap solution that you probably already have in your kitchen cupboards that can save it — cinnamon. Gardeners are being urged to dust ground cinnamon over their lawns, and while I didn't really need another reason to love cinnamon, learning how versatile it truly is has been a welcome surprise. I've spent a lot of time researching how to get rid of moss, but it turns out there's something far simpler — and here's why it works. This dual-action fertilizer and iron formula will feed your lawn and provide deep greening in just three days. The product contains 5%iron, a micronutrient that enhances the greening process. This 16.67lb bag will cover an areas of 5,000 sq ft. While I previously thought cinnamon was just for flavoring foods — from a bowl of oatmeal to freshly-baked cookies — I've been given even more reasons to love it after learning that experts recommend it for keeping your lawn perfectly green and lush. With this simple hack, unwanted pests and bugs can be kept at bay, which is music to my ears as the warmer weather doesn't just bring out the sunshine, but all the insects, too. Get instant access to breaking news, the hottest reviews, great deals and helpful tips. Experts at explain how it works: "Sprinkling cinnamon on your grass isn't just a quirky garden trick; it's a natural defense against a host of unwanted critters from industrious ants to delicate aphids to buzzing mosquitoes." Adding: "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." And it even has anti-fungal properties that'll stunt the growth of moss, fungi, mildew and other harmful bacteria that love to ruin your lawn, with the experts calling it a "powerful ally". So, all you need to do is head outside with your pot of this aromatic spice and dust it all over your lawn as a wonderful, eco-friendly alternative to chemicals. Even better, you won't cause any harm to members of your family, from kids to pets, by doing so. And you also won't break the bank doing it, either.
