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Free hack helps boost plant growth in your garden – all you need is a popular pet item

An expert has revealed the bizarre way your pet could boost plant growth
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THIS bizarre trick involving a free pet item could be used to boost your garden's growth, according to an expert.

Using leftover aquarium water could help your garden health and boost plant growth.

Two goldfish swimming in a round bowl with a miniature castle.
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Aquarium water contains bacteria beneficial to plantsCredit: Getty
Fish aquarium in a living room.
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Using leftover aquarium water on plants could improve their overall healthCredit: Getty

An expert revealed the bizarre trick among a list of fifteen other ways to boost your garden health.

Leftover waste bacteria in aquarium water is harmful to fish but very beneficial to plants.

Experts recommend using only leftover fresh aquarium water with saltwater presenting a danger to your plants.

Pouring the aquarium water out onto plants can give them a boost in nutrients and health.

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But experts have warned to only use the trick on ornamental plants, not edible ones.

Using old aquarium water rather than fresh tap water will help improve overall plant health.

Two goldfish in a round glass bowl.
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Experts warned only to use fresh waterCredit: Getty
Fish tank with tropical fish and plants.
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The bacteria can be harmful for fishCredit: Getty

The bacteria leftover and nutrients leftover in the water can provide a boost in vitality for your greenery.

Other bizarre tricks to help boost plant health were recommended by the expert.

Using Club Soda instead of water can allegedly improve plant health with the beverage boasting macronutrients that are beneficial for greenery.

Wood ash, with its high alkaline content, has also been recommended.

Spreading the ash could help to neutralise acidic soil making a friendlier environment for your plants to thrive in.

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Planted aquarium with dragon stone, wood, and cherry shrimp.
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Other bizarre tricks to boost plant health were recommended by expertsCredit: Getty

Old coffee grounds and egg shells could also be used to boost soil and plant health.

Both waste products contain high amounts of vital nutrients like calcium that can help to boost your plants vibrancy.

Vegetable water, compost tea, dead leaves and aged cow manure all made the list as well.

They can each be used on soil to boost the nutrients that your plants get and improve their health.

Transform your garden into a summer paradise

BRITS are sprucing up their gardens just in time for summer and top gadgets are the secret to turning your outdoor space from drab to fab on a budget.

A garden mirror is a game-changer, adding instant depth and style.

B&M is selling a stunning arched version that looks almost identical to one at The Range – but at a fraction of the price. Why shell out more when you don’t have to?

For those who love a lush lawn, gadgets are your best friend. Aldi is offering a handy electric scarfier for £69.99, that's £120 cheaper than Bosch.

B&Q’s also got a budget £8.50 lawn aerator that’ll keep your grass healthy so it will look in tip-top shape all season.

It works by punching tiny holes into the soil, letting air, water and nutrients get right down to the roots basically giving your lawn a big breath of fresh air.

Plant pots are another quick and easy way to elevate your space and there’s no need to spend a fortune.

IKEA and The Range are offering £5 affordable plant pot picks, while Get Potted is selling Lechuza self watering plant pots from £13. The pots not only look good but are also equipped with a planter liner and watering system to ensure better plant growth no matter how small the decor surface.

But if you really want to put your feet up, budget retailers are going high-tech with robot lawnmowers.

One bargain version is £250 cheaper than a similar model at B&Q, and Currys has a wallet-friendly one too.

Let the robot do the mowing while you soak up the sun.

And finally, if you’re looking to level up your outdoor cooking,  is serving up a red-hot deal.

They’ve launched a dupe of the cult-favourite Ninja Artisan Pizza Oven but it’s £180 cheaper. That’s luxury alfresco pizza nights without the luxury price tag.

So whether it’s pizza ovens or lawn saviours, investing in a few smart garden gadgets could be the key to keeping your garden looking gorgeous all summer without spending a fortune

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