Flowers are great for bringing a touch of colour to an outside space, but keeping them alive isn't always easy, especially when the weather is so warm and your soil seems to dry out quickly.
But according to one gardening expert, there's an unusual item you can use to keep your blooms fresher for longer - nappies.
Shaun Schroeder claims that placing nappies at the base of hanging basket displays will keep your flowers fresh and blooming for much longer, as they will help to hydrate your plants slowly, which can be vital in the summer months when a constant supply of water is needed.
