Gardeners told to buy £1 item this spring to bring 'lifeless' plants back to full bloom

Brits will be on the look out for the best methods to get their gardens into top shape ahead of the summer months. For those who struggle to keep their plants in full bloom, there are tips and tricks to help. With the help of specialists from MAC Renewables , a gardening expert has revealed a £1 supermarket item that can bring lifeless plants to back to life.

The household staple can help plants that are wilting or even on their last legs. As reported by the Liverpool Echo , the item to help keep plants alive for longer is sugar. It can help plants absorb nutrients more effectively as it gives a quick boost of energy by encouraging microbial activity in the soil.



The latest research suggests that adding just a small amount of sugar to the soil around a dying plant can stimulate growth by improving root function. The method is popular among professional gardeners and botanists. Horticultural researchers say that by adding sugar externally, you're basically providing an immediate energy source to help kickstart the recovery process.

To bring your struggling plants back to life, follow these simple steps: Gardeners are also encouraged to leave sugar in their garden when the weather warms up. It can offer a lifeline for bees and bumblebees that end up exhausted in the heat. Gardeners World said: “It's not uncommon to find bumblebees at an apparent standstill appearing tired, particularly in winter or in inclement weather.

To get them back on their feet, you can mix a sugar solution by mixing equal parts warm water and sugar. "Place near the bee's head in a bottle cap or something similar, and it should stick out its proboscis to drink, energise and warm up.”.