There are many natural and homemade ways to protect your plants from pests without using harmful chemicals. Here are some of the methods you can try:
Neem leaf: Neem is a medicinal herb that has a bitter taste and strong odor that repels insects. You can make a neem oil spray by mixing some neem oil with liquid soap and warm water. Spray it on your plants every 4 to 5 days until the pests are gone.
Salt spray: Salt is a natural mineral that can help your plants absorb nutrients and deter pests. You can make a salt spray by adding some salt to water and spraying it on your plants or around the base of your plants. Reapply every week.
Onion and garlic spray: Onion and garlic have a strong smell that can keep bugs away from your plants. You can make an onion and garlic spray by blending them with water, cayenne pepper, and liquid soap. Spray it on your plants every few days until the pests are gone.
Eucalyptus oil: Eucalyptus oil has a strong smell that can also deter insects and bugs. You can make an eucalyptus oil spray by adding some oil to water and spraying it on your plants regularly.
Chrysanthemum flower tea: Chrysanthemum flowers contain a chemical compound called pyrethrum that can paralyze insects. You can make a chrysanthemum flower tea by boiling some dried flowers in water for 20 minutes, then straining the liquid and adding some liquid soap. Spray it on your plants as needed.
Oil spray: Oil spray can suffocate or repel insects that have soft bodies, such as aphids, mites, and whiteflies. You can make an oil spray by mixing some vegetable oil with liquid soap and water. Spray it on your plants every 7 to 10 days.
Soap spray: Soap spray can also suffocate or repel insects that have soft bodies. You can make a soap spray by mixing some biodegradable liquid soap with water and adding some orange or lemon essential oil for extra effect. Spray it on your plants as needed.
Baking soda spray: Baking soda is a common household ingredient that can help prevent fungal diseases on your plants. You can make a baking soda spray by mixing one tablespoon of baking soda, one teaspoon of vegetable oil, and one teaspoon of liquid soap with one gallon of water. Spray it on your plants once a week or after it rains.
Beer trap: Beer is an attractive substance for many pests, such as slugs and snails. You can make a beer trap by burying a shallow container filled with beer near your plants. The pests will crawl into the container and drown in the beer.
Citrus rind trap: Citrus rinds are another lure for pests, especially ants. You can make a citrus rind trap by cutting some citrus peels and placing them upside down near your plants. The ants will be attracted to the sweet smell and get stuck inside the rinds. You can then dispose of them.
Coffee grounds: Coffee grounds are a natural fertilizer that can also repel insects, such as ants, slugs, and snails. You can sprinkle some coffee grounds around your plants or add them to your compost pile.
Milk spray: Milk is a beneficial substance that can boost your plants’ immunity and prevent fungal diseases, such as powdery mildew. You can make a milk spray by mixing one part of milk with nine parts of water and spraying it on your plants every 10 to 14 days.
