'I’m a gardening expert – five ways to cut costs and save £100s on your outdoor space'
You can create just as much as you need.
“If you have a large space, you can make multiple compost bins if you wish,” said the gardening whizz. “Just be aware the compost can take a while before it can be used on your plants. You need to be patient.”Fiona added: “This can be a cheaper alternative to mulch, and can be just as effective at preventing weeds.”
At Wilko, a 9kg bag of Yougarden strulch straw garden mulch costs £16. Using cuttings is completely free.You can use it as a form of fertiliser to give the soil vital nutrients.can be costly, so Fiona recommends getting a bit creative.“If you have ones your children have grown out of, these won’t cost you a penny.”
If you are set on purchasing pots, Wilko is a good bet, selling a pack-of-five large easy-release pots for £5.“But if you’ve got an old ladder lying around, you could use that instead,” said Fiona.3. Pick up an outdoor rug to cover an old patioShe said: “You can simply disguise the area with a beautiful all-weather rug.
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