In this day and age, it seems like everyone is hopping on
the green bandwagon. Being environmentally-friendly is more and more important
thanks to climate change, global warming, greenhouse gas emissions and other
eco problems like those. As a landscaping company serving Eden Prairie,
we are also concerned about the environment. So here are a few of our favorite
homemade Earth-friendly pesticides.
Neem
Did you know that neem is the most powerful natural
pesticide on the planet? All you have to do to make your own neem spray is to
combine a half ounce of neem oil and half a teaspoon of an organic soap that is
also mild. Add this to two quarts of warm water, slowly stir it all together
and then put it in a spray bottle. Be sure to use it immediately after making
it!
Eucalyptus
This is a great way to kill pests like flies and wasps. Just
sprinkle a few drops of this aromatic oil wherever you find these insects. They
won’t be a problem for long!
Onion and Garlic
Just mince a clove of organic garlic and an onion (medium
size). Add both to a quart of water. After one hour, add a teaspoon of cayenne
pepper and a tablespoon of liquid soap to the mix. Store it in your
refrigerator and it will last for about one week.
Chile Peppers
Simply grind two handfuls of dry chiles into a very fine
powder and then mix it with one cup of Diatomaceous earth, which is a natural,
soft, siliceous sedimentary rock and a naturally occurring pesticide. Then add
this mix to two liters of water and allow it to set overnight. Just be sure to
shake it well before applying it to your plants!
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