Expert's warning to gardeners as 'coldest January on record' is predicted With the temperatures set to plummet across the UK this week, snow and ice could lead many Brits to reach for grit salt in an effort to keep driveways and pathways safe.
Trevor Knight, a technical garden and driveway specialist at Marshalls Plc, warns that while grit salt may seem like a quick fix for icy surfaces, it could spell disaster for your garden’s greenery and surrounding landscapes.
“Salt and harsh chemicals can harm the environment and any grass near or surrounding your driveway due to runoff,” Knight explains.
The expert suggests that if you need to clear ice from your driveway and surrounding areas, using a natural de-icer such as salt is an efficient and more eco-friendly way to do so.
However, experts are sounding the alarm about the long-term harm grit and harsh chemicals can cause to gardens, driveways and even the environment.
