There's a garden lifeline sitting in your kitchen cupboard – you can use it to polish tools, get rid of pests, and even shine leaves

How to use olive oil in the garden.

It's no secret that the upkeep of a garden can be costly, so finding affordable hacks are always welcome by gardeners. It's a bonus if you find a trick that requires no extra cost – like using the olive oil in your kitchen cupboard to quickly solve more than one garden problem.

In fact, using olive oil is a gardening hack for busy growers who don't have a lot of time to problem-solve. From making tools look as good as new in minutes, to protecting plants from destructive pests, this common table condiment can work wonders in the yard.