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Illustration of opened tea bags with spent leaves being mixed into a planting bed around sprouting seedlings to speed germination via tannins

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December 11, 2025

The tea bag soil boost speeds up seed growth – how tannins enrich planting beds fast

Discover how spent tea bags and their tannins give seedbeds a fast lift—boosting germination, moisture, and microbes—with practical methods, tips, and cautions.

Illustration of onion juice spray being applied to garden plants to repel aphids and other insects

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December 11, 2025

Onion juice makes pests vanish from gardens – why pungent scent annoys invading insects fast

Onion juice’s pungent scent repels aphids, thrips and carrot fly. Learn the chemistry, DIY spray method, safe application tips and limits for eco-friendly pest control.

Illustration of a gardener aerating compost tea in a bucket and applying it to plants for faster, healthier growth

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December 9, 2025

Gardeners uncover the magic of ‘compost tea’ for faster growing and happier plants

UK gardeners are brewing compost tea for faster growth and healthier plants. Learn the science, safe brewing steps, real-world results, and best times to apply.