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Wheelie bins can become a breeding ground for flies and be infested with maggots in spring, and trying to clean them with a hose can attract more moisture, bacteria, and odours.

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Black pepper might have another use aside from being put on your dinner.

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Monty Don's natural method for deterring slugs helps keep numbers under control.

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Insects are starting to get more active in spring, which means they'll be trying to find their way into your home - but one common item can keep them at bay.

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Gardeners are being told to act now and place CDs around their gardens this spring.

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People may not know about the risk of developing a rare disease

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This 39p method works effectively to deter felines from the garden.

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Garden expert shares simple tip that can help keep ants and bugs at bay this spring without harsh chemicals

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Many people unknowingly encourage pigeons to nest and defecate in their gardens simply by leaving out items that strongly attract them.

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Most people ignore their wheelie bins, but once the temperatures rise in April, they become a magnet for flies and maggots.

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