In all kitchens we find aluminum foil in the pantry. This product is essential and is often used for storage of various types of foods. Its thin and flexible sheets can cover all types of products, such as food packaging, for example. It turns out that aluminum foil has other functions too.

Aluminum foil and gardening: everything you need to know

Thermal insulator

One of the main functions of aluminum foil in the garden is to use it as a thermal insulator for  plant growth  . You will need two or three balls.

To set this up, simply unfold a sheet of aluminum foil at the bottom, under the seeds and soil: not only will it insulate them from the rest of the soil, but it will have the function of providing heat by refracting light.

Protect plants

By wrapping or covering the trunks and stems of plants and trees with aluminum foil, there are several advantages. Among them, keeping snails and slugs away from plants. To do this, you must cover the base with paper and a few stones on top so that the wind does not blow it away.

Regarding fruit trees, the trunk can be covered to protect it from rodents that devour the crop and young shoots. Cut two sheets of aluminum foil so you can wrap the trunk and then cover it. All that remains is to fix it with ropes.

In the same way, aluminum foil can be used to protect  trees  from herbivorous mammals, such as goats, among others. Paper should be placed around the trunk high enough to discourage these animals from approaching.

Grow seedlings

One of the most exciting uses of aluminum foil in the garden is to reflect sunlight and encourage efficient growth of seedlings. The reflected rays will provide heat and thus create a good temperature for the seeds. Find a cardboard or box and wrap the inside with aluminum foil so that the foil extends 5 cm beyond the edge. Secure with tape so the blade does not move. Poke holes in the bottom of the box to drain excess water.

Keep birds and other animals away.

Birds  have a natural fear of bright and noisy things. So if you want to protect your fruits and plants, simply tie long, narrow strips of aluminum foil around them.

keep deer away

Their long legs and slender mouths easily reach young trees. Wrap a wide strip of aluminum foil around the trunk of a tree at least 50cm high to scare them away.

Now you know all the other uses of aluminum foil that can be useful in your garden.