Here are four non-toxic pest control remedies using common household items:
1. Insecticidal Soap
- 5 tbsp dish soap (do not use antibacterial soap)
- 1 Gallon Water
Instructions: Cover leaves of plant and repeat after each rain fall.
2. Fungal Spray
- 1 Tbsp of baking soda
- 1 tsp dish soap
- 1 gallon of water
Instructions: Cover leaves of plant and repeat after each rain fall.
3. Rabbit, Squirrel and Chipmunk Deterrent
- 12 heads garlic
- 3 cinnamon sticks
- 1 gallon water
Instructions: Boil garlic and cinnamon in an outdoor space for 20 minutes. Cool, strain and spray remaining liquid around plants and soil to prevent further damage.
4. Deer Repellent
- 3 tbsp hot sauce
- 3 raw eggs
- 3 tsps powdered garlic
- 1 gallon water
Instructions: Blend, strain and spray.