IT’S TIME to get lawns looking pristine before summer barbecues – and a cupboard staple could help you out.
Using just a spoonful of a cheap bakery ingredient, you could get rid of dull brown patches in your grass.
It’s time to sort our lawns out ahead of summer and a staple cupboard could make all the difference Credit: Getty
The simple spice contains properties that are good for your lawn
The easy and affordable method will enhance your lawn’s appearance and deter nuisances, without harming them.
Cinnamon isn’t just a, but it actually contains some properties that make your lawn look better.
According to OutdoorGuide.com , cinnamon is a good eco-friendly which will repel insects and pests, including ants, aphids and.
But it will also stop squirrels from digging in your lawn to bury food too, reports The Express.
Outdoor 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.
“That not only repels 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.”
Aldi’s 89p ground cinnamon powder Credit: Aldi
The good news is that cinnamon is affordable, priced at 89p at Aldi . Plus, if you have some left over you can use it in your cooking or save for homemade cinnamon lattes when it turns to autumn.
also block the growth of moss, fungus and other harmful that would mean to do your lawn harm.
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.”
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.”
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