‘This is too cute’ gush shoppers as they race to B&M for pretty gardening item scanning for just £4 at tills
SHOPPERS have been left gushing over a “cute” garden accessory that’s been slashed to £4 in B&M.
The adorable teapot bird feeder, which can also be used as a planter for small flowers, is currently in the spring sale.
And gardening fans are loving that it’s scanning for £2 cheaper than its original £6 price tag.
The teapot can be hung from a wall or fence and is available in three patterns – blue floral, ladybirds and bees.
B&M bosses say: “Feed birds in your garden with this beautiful open nest teapot.
“Suitable for serving a variety of feed, this feeder will make your garden a sanctuary for local wildlife.
“Open fronted nesters are usually preferred by Robins, Wrens, Pied Wagtails and Spotted Flycatchers. As a guide, it is recommended to position the nester at least 2m off the ground depending on which bird you are trying to attract.
“It’s best to place on either a wall or fence covered in sufficient foliage to avoid predators. Placing the nester between north and east will avoid strong sunlight and wet winds, making sure the birds have a clear flight path to the nest.
“At the end of each breeding season and once the teapot is empty, remove any nesting material and clean appropriately. Keeping the teapot nest clean will help keep your garden birds healthy and happy.”
Posting a picture of her cheap garden buy on the Extreme Couponing and Bargains UK group – which has 2.4million members – a chuffed shopper said: “Now reduced £4 in B&M. Boom.”
A second gushed: “Would love one of these.”
” I use mine as planters”, chimed in someone else.
Meanwhile, a fourth wrote: “This is too cute!”
But despite the sale price also showing on the B&M website, one gutted customer insisted: “I bought one today and it wasn’t reduced.”
Another echoed: “Not reduced where I live. Birds won’t nest in them but a pretty garden ornament.”
If this has inspired you to check out your local B&M, the bargain store also has a teacup bird feeder up for grabs for £4 to continue the ‘tea party’ theme.
May gardening jobs
The Sun's Gardening Editor, Veronica Lorraine, has shared the tasks you need to crack on with in May.
GARDEN growth can go from nought to ninety in May, depending on the weather. The last UK frosts are generally seen at the beginning of the month, so all of a sudden there’s so much more to do and grow.
Plant out dahlia tubers
It’s a joy to finally plant out your dahlia tubers. Remember how big they can get – and space accordingly – anything up to half a metre apart.
It’s a good idea to put your support stakes in now instead of trying to work around them.
And make sure you include lots of well rotted manure or decent compost to feed it and then mulch to keep it moist and suppress weeds. They generally start blooming in July.
Final feed to Spring flowers
You can give a cheeky feed to all your remaining tulips and daffodils.
Although the majority of bulbs aren’t guaranteed to come back year after year any more, as long as you’ve left them to die back naturally there’s a good chance they’ll have stored enough energy to come back again. Tomato feed is fine.
Tie up climbers
Your clematis, honeysuckle and rambling roses should be well on their way by now – try to use plastic free string to tie them back into their support, or tuck them round each other to make sure they don’t sprout off in crazy directions.
Feed the lawn
It’s not too late to give your lawn a good feed.
Whether you use granular or liquid, it can give it a good boost to see it through the harsher summer months.
While mowing, don’t go too low with your cut length yet and never take more than a third off the grass height.
Get creative
It’s also time to get creative with hanging baskets and pots.
Trailing pelargoniums, which a lot of people call geraniums, and Begonias are a good, low cost way of getting lovely returning blooms throughout the summer in your baskets.
And pots can be planted with spring bulbs.
Don’t forget the greenhouse!
Give your greenhouse a good tidy and clean the glass inside and out.
The improved light will help plants grow quicker inside and tidying is good for the soul.
You can just use a household white wine vinegar and water solution – or even neat if you’re feeling spendy – which gives a really good shine.
Shoppers are also going wild for a bargain buy that’ll give your garden an instant glow up – and there’s no watering needed.
“I am in love, I got this in B&M yesterday. £15,” one enthused.
And for anyone wondering what the popular product is, it’s the high-street store’s ‘Solar Artificial Flower Pot’ from the high-street store.
Available in a stunning shade of pick of lilac, the faux plant is the perfect way to add some extra flair into your flower garden.
What’s more is the glowing arrangement is solar powered and will automatically activate at dusk, meaning there’s no wiring needed – so it really couldn’t be easier!