I save my empty Maggi stock plastic containers (washed & dried) remove label & re-label-for my Spices & Herbs. One side used as a sprinkle the other side if I want to use a bit more.

The plastic domed packets that duvets or sheets come in make ideal kneelers for gardening. Just stuff with the packaging or a newspaper.

Reuse newspapers as cat litter – but be very careful which section you use. My cat gets very nervous if I include the “pets, free to a good home” section!

Use milk cartons to freeze fish. Put the fish in a clean milk carton, add water then freeze for later use.

Wash milk cartons. Dry and use to store food in the freezer – don’t forget the label. Also good for carrying plants.

Recycling milk cartons are great for potting up seedlings. Cut in half with knife, trim bottom corners with scissors for drainage. Ready to go. Plants should be removed when ready to plant as plastic coating doesn’t breakdown.

A use for old guttering: board up the ends and fill half with spagnum moss and then soil on top. Plant out with parsley which will grow nicely even over winter. Probably can do little lettuces too.