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Kezia Reynolds

Gardeners are sticking disco balls in their gardens to get rid of pests – and no, it’s not as bonkers as it sounds

Disco ball hanging from tree.

Garden experts have revealed a quirky method to deter pests from a garden and all you need is a handful of discoballs (just like these £8.89 hanging ornaments from Amazon).

Disco style may certainly be in fashion for 2026, and when it comes to your garden, it can be a really useful tool for deterring garden pests. If you want to deter wasps and flies and keep pests off your plants, a glittering mirrorball can be helpful.

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