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Grass seed that regrows your lawn 'within a week' is less than £15

3 days ago | dailyrecord.co.uk | Sally McLean |Meghan Coon

The Pronto Seed has gathered rave reviews on Amazon thanks to its ability to transform grass in a matter of daysIf you're looking at your grass and it's patchy you might want to think about reseeding it. And if you think that is a lengthy process which will take a long time to show any effect, that's not the case. Gardeners are delighted with the results from a product sold on Amazon which they say is giving results in just days.
Memory foam garden kneeling pad 'works wonders' on aching knees

3 days ago | dailyrecord.co.uk | Sally McLean |Rachael Davis

If weeding and tending to your garden is leaving you in pain, this durable mat is a 'godsend'Pottering in the garden is something lots of householders have been able to enjoy in the warmer weather. But when it comes to weeding or tending borders, our knees take a beating. Kneeling down to pull weeds or to plant seeds is the only option other than bending over which can put strain on our backs. If you want to make the job more comfortable, you might be wondering whether to invest in a kneeling pad.
Peonies will last for a 'week or longer' if kept in this place

5 days ago | dailyrecord.co.uk | Sally McLean

It's finally peony season! Fans will know they don't hang about for long but experts say you can help them bloom for more than a weekPeonies are the diva of the flower world. They're dramatic, showy but also temperamental and require a bit of attention if you want them to grace your room for a decent length of time. It's finally peony season and you'll see their delicate bowl shaped heads everywhere. It's almost impossible not to pick up a bunch as they're a favourite for many flower fans.
'Easy to assemble' rattan garden set gets incredible £355 price slash

6 days ago | dailyrecord.co.uk | Sally McLean |Phoebe Barton

The stylish set for the garden has a massive discount and is perfect for summer daysAn outdoor garden set where you can sit and enjoy the sunshine is something lots of homeowners will have on their wish list right now. The extended period of good weather is making the garden a very attractive place to be and having a stylish and comfortable place to enjoy it is the dream. The downside is garden furniture can be an expensive investment.
LED headlight glare 'significantly' reduced with little-known BGE mirror method

6 days ago | dailyrecord.co.uk | Sally McLean

LED headlights are negatively affecting most drivers but there's a method proven to reduce their blinding glare. Motoring experts have shared a 'simple fix' to combat the intense glare from LED headlights. A recent poll found that 57 per cent of drivers think the bulbs are too bright and a quarter agree that they make it harder to be able to see while driving at night. And the issue, which is being looked into by the Department of Transport, is a bigger problem for older motorists.
Gardeners warned over cutting hedges this month as they risk a fine

6 days ago | dailyrecord.co.uk | Sally McLean |Alex Evans

One little-known law could see householders face an unlimited fine if they trim their hedge in May. If you're getting your garden sorted for summer it pays to know about a law that could see you hit with an unlimited fine or even jail time. Trimming your hedge this month could see you prosecuted thanks to an environmental law many might be unaware of. Gardeners are being urged not fall foul if the laws by checking their hedges carefully before setting about them.
75,000 tourists descend on tiny town with population of 8,000 creating 'gridlock'

6 days ago | dailyrecord.co.uk | Sally McLean |Zahra Khaliq

The town of Sirmione in Italy was overtaken with visitors waiting 40 minutes to get through the gatesA small Italian town was swarmed by tourists on the May Day Bank holiday as a reported 75,000 visitors arrived to sightsee. Sirmione, on the shores of Italy's Lake Garda which has a population of just 8,000, was overrun with traffic halted and gridlock.
Amazon cordless strimmer is 'light but powerful' and is reduced by £30 now

1 week ago | dailyrecord.co.uk | Sally McLean

A strimmer is an essential piece of kit if you want your garden to look on point this summertimeLawn mowing season is in full swing with sunshine and drier days seeing gardeners heading outside to get their grass ship shape. And while lawnmowers are a great invention, they don't work on smaller areas, lawn edges or tackle longer grass and weeds. That's where a strimmer comes in.
Jet2 announce major change for customers booking holidays abroad

1 week ago | dailyrecord.co.uk | Sally McLean

The update to booking will be a boost for thousands of the travel operator's passengersAirline Jet2.com and Jet2holidays have announced they are making booking holidays easier for thousands of their customers. The travel operators have joined a partnership which will allow the option to have phone conversations with the airline and tour operator translated into British Sign Language (BSL) in real time.
Ryanair advise always 'pack this' in hand luggage

1 week ago | dailyrecord.co.uk | Sally McLean |Aimee Robinson

The budget carrier is known for its strict hand baggage policy, but they've given fliers some adviceWhen catching a flight, one of the biggest stresses for many is hand luggage. What you can bring in it and what size and weight differs depending on the airline you're travelling with and Ryanair is known to have a strict policy that can see passengers facing extra fees at check in if their bag is not just right.