
Looking after your backyard is more than just watering your plants and sowing the odd seed, you'll need to know about the appropriate plant care if you want your flowers and shrubs to thrive. We all know the benefits of shop-bought fertilizers and pest repellents, but what you probably didn't know is that there's a staple ingredient in your kitchen cupboard that promises both of these benefits and more.
Cinnamon isn't only a versatile spice when used for cooking, but it has multiple purposes within your garden, too. Besides being a natural rooting agent and helping to keep pests at bay, it also has natural anti-fungal properties which help to target white mold, a common problem that infects your outdoor plants this time of year.