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How to use aluminium foil in the garden: 6 surprisingly useful ways gardeners use this to protect plants, reflect light and deal with pests.- In 1955, Hawaiʻi released a predatory snail to control giant African snails; it climbed into native forests and helped wipe out rare tree snails
- Are pigeons ruining your garden plants and balcony? A simple aluminium foil trick may keep them away
- What can a bar of soap actually do in your garden? Clever gardening hacks everyone should know and how they may help your plantsA humble bar of soap serves as an effective and budget-friendly solution for pest management in gardens. Its potent fragrance repels many n...07 Aug, 2026, 02.20 PM IST
- Madhavan rarely goes to the market to buy veggies, explaining how his terrace garden fulfils 70% of his seasonal vegetable requirements: ‘The easiest ones to grow…’Dhurandhar star Madhavan almost never visits the supermarkets to buy vegetables. Reason? He has his own balcony garden which yields fresh s...05 Aug, 2026, 03.09 PM IST
- Japanese invasive beetle grubs are quietly killing lawns from below: Why skunks and moles may be your best friends to save your yardSkunks digging in yards are often searching for insect food sources. Japanese beetle grubs are a common culprit weakening grass from below....03 Aug, 2026, 11.58 AM IST
- Why people are using aluminium foil in their gardens: How can a simple kitchen item help plants get more light and keep certain pests awayAluminium foil offers gardeners practical benefits for plant care. Reflecting light onto lower leaves promotes healthier plant growth and d...30 Jul, 2026, 07.59 PM IST
- Can you reuse aluminium foil? 10 practical household uses backed by scienceCleaned aluminum foil offers multiple household uses beyond single use. It effectively removes tarnish from silver through an electrochemic...25 Jul, 2026, 04.59 PM IST
- Aluminum foil garden trick may help deter pests and reflect more light on plants- here's how a roll of aluminum foil from the kitchen can do wondersAluminum foil has emerged as a clever tool for gardeners looking to protect their outdoor spaces from pests. The reflective sheen disorient...14 Jul, 2026, 05.50 PM IST
- Reuse your used aluminium foil for healthier indoor and garden plants - 7 ways you can do itClean used aluminium foil offers practical benefits for indoor and outdoor plants. It can reflect sunlight, deter pests, and protect young ...14 Jul, 2026, 02.20 PM IST
- Tired of ants taking over your home? This natural powder could help eliminate them without harsh chemicals in minutesDiatomaceous earth offers a natural solution for household pest problems. This fossilized diatom powder dehydrates insects, providing effec...14 Jul, 2026, 01.12 PM IST
- Want fewer flies at home? These 7 carnivorous plants can help get rid of them naturallyCarnivorous plants offer a fascinating glimpse into evolution and survival strategies. These unique plants actively trap and digest insects...11 Jul, 2026, 10.56 AM IST
- This farmer from Madhya Pradesh earned Rs 12 lakh from turmeric: Her simple gardening tips to grow high-profit turmeric during monsoon at your homeA Madhya Pradesh farmer escalated her income by cultivating turmeric, reportedly earning ₹12 lakh in one cycle. Her success stems from orga...25 Jun, 2026, 06.04 PM IST
- How to differentiate between a snake hole and a rodent hole in your gardenThose mysterious holes in the garden that people frequently confuse with snake dens are often the handiwork of rodents. Snakes are more lik...21 May, 2026, 05.09 PM IST
- Is aluminium foil a secret weapon for your garden? Some simple tricks you should know to care for your plantsAluminium foil, an ordinary kitchen item, is surprisingly useful in gardening for light reflection, pest deterrence, and moisture retention...18 May, 2026, 07.03 AM IST
- Plant these 10 herbs next to your tomatoes for a pest-free garden — no sprays neededProtect your tomato garden from pests naturally with herbs! Experts recommend planting aromatic herbs like basil, cilantro, and mint alongs...28 Jul, 2025, 07.48 AM IST
- This soap bar trick is going viral with gardeners — here’s why you should try it tooAs the weather warms, pests threaten gardens, prompting a search for safe solutions. A viral gardening hack suggests using ordinary soap to...22 Jul, 2025, 11.43 PM IST
- Andaman farmer 'Nariyal Amma' receives Padma Shri for innovative organic coconut plantationKamachi Chellammal, 'Nariyal Amma,' a 67-year-old farmer from Andaman, receives the Padma Shri for her innovative organic coconut plantatio...26 Jan, 2024, 03.54 PM IST
- Centre to support incubation of new method developed by Kerala-based farmer to control pests in cashew gardensIn a statement, the agriculture ministry said, "A woman farmer from Kannur district of Kerala has come up with an innovative practice to de...25 Oct, 2021, 08.19 PM IST
- Floods, pests spoil spoil Assam tea partyProduction declines on untimely rains; poor transportation links add to woes.27 Sep, 2007, 01.19 AM IST
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