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£3 DIY Bottle Trap: The Simple Way to Stop Asian Hornets Invading Your Garden This Summer

April 26, 2026 by Dorothy Baker
£3 DIY Bottle Trap: The Simple Way to Stop Asian Hornets Invading Your Garden This Summer

Asian hornets are spreading rapidly across the UK, with queens now overwintering successfully. A homemade bottle trap using recycled materials and kitchen scraps can help protect your garden—and it costs less than £3 to make.

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