Aphids can be a real pain for gardeners, but there's a simple solution to stop them attacking your roses - and all you need ...

Former Great British Bake Off champion and keen gardener Nancy Birtwhistle shared her simple solution for keeping bugs away ...

Aphids are common rose pests which weaken the plant. Luckily, there is one method which works to reduce the aphid population.

“For a homemade bug spray, I suggest mixing water, ... For example, burying banana peels in the soil beside plants can deter aphids, while sprinkling diatomaceous earth will keep ants away.

“For a homemade bug spray, I suggest mixing water, ... For example, burying banana peels in the soil beside plants can deter aphids, while sprinkling diatomaceous earth will keep ants away.

Aphid invasion is at its highest in June as they multiply rapidly in warm weather. One way to protect roses from aphids is to use a homemade spray made from household items.

Ranging from homemade solutions to natural predators, here are 7 ways to repel aphids in your yard. Plus, here are 7 ways to repel Japanese beetles and keep them out of your yard . 1.

If blasting away aphids with water doesn’t feel like enough, then a homemade aphid trap may be the way to go. Mix one cup each of water, sugar and vinegar in an empty jug or container.