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Looking for a simple, natural, and effective way to deter pests? This pest control spray will encourage critters to move elsewhere and leave your garden alone! Here’s how to custom mix a pest deterrent spray of your own using common herbs from your garden. There are many things we want in our gardens—blooming plants, pollinators, and sunshine, to name a few. Likewise, there are many things we don’t want spending time in our gardens. Namely, I’m talking about pests that can damage and even destroy your plants (aphids I’m looking at YOU). Thankfully, there’s a simple, effective, and economical way to deter these critters from your plants. This homemade herbal pest deterrent spray uses fresh herbs, water, and a bit of soap to keep the pests at bay. This post will cover… This spray works exceptionally well on aphids. A Natural Alternative to Pesticides One of the main reasons I developed this natural pest spray is that I don’t like using pesticides or anything that kills insects. I believe every creature has its place…just not always on my favourite plants! Pesticides are not only obviously harmful to the pest itself, but can also damage the ecosystem of your garden. Pesticides kill more than “harmful” bugs. They can hurt or deter the good ones too such as helpful pollinating and predatory insects like bees, butterflies, green lacewings, hover flies, and more. At the end of the day, I don’t want my garden to be full of “cides” that are damaging to insects, plants, and humans—I just want the pests to be deterred from spending time in my garden. Ingredients in This Natural Pest Spray This herbal pest deterrent spray is filled with natural ingredients that naturally deter pests. Interestingly, you can even find these in commercial pest sprays as well. These items have been used for centuries and are proven to be effective! Garlic, peppers, and herbs are the three key ingredients. Garlic If you find the smell of garlic pungent, you aren’t alone! Many bugs dislike the smell and will avoid it. Additionally, the smell of garlic may cover the scent of a more tasty plant, helping keep your veggies and flowers safe. Peppers Larger pests like squirrels or chipmunks can quickly cause a lot of damage to your garden. The hot peppers in this pest deterrent spray is an effective way to redirect them elsewhere. This spicey ingredient also encourages insects such as leaf beetles to relocate somewhere away from your garden. Liquid Castile Soap Liquid castile soap may seem like an odd ingredient, but it has a pretty crucial function. Just a little bit of the soap added to the deterrent spray will help it adhere to leaves rather than sliding off. Chopped Herbs This is where making your own DIY pest spray becomes quite fun. You can actually tailor this spray to help deter specific insects. This can be tremendously helpful when it comes to protecting certain species of plants that are prone to one insect or another. I should also mention that some of these herbs can deter beneficial insects and wildlife from your garden. Use the herbs only when you need to intervene in your pest populations. Once they are under control and balance is restored, discontinue use. Here are the most common herbs I use in this spray and what they help deter. Use fresh herbs for this recipe. Basil (Ocimum basilcum) This garden herb can help deter whiteflies, the carrot fly, and the asparagus beetle. I find basil a very rewarding plant to grow as there are so many uses for it! Here are 16 different ways to use and preserve fresh basil. Interestingly enough, this recipe also works on basil! Borage (Borgo officinalis) Borage repels the tomato hornworm and the asparagus beetle. Catnip (Nepeta cataria) First and foremost, know that the catnip attracts cats to your yard. So, use with caution. On the flip side, it repels a long list of pests including ants, aphids, squash bugs, weevils, cockroaches, and more. Chives (Allium schoenoprasum) Chives are great to both grow in your garden and use in this pest spray. It will help discourage carrot flies, Japanese beetles, and aphids from spending time in your space. Chives have a strong scent that most bugs don’t like. Cilantro/Coriander (Coriandrum sativum) Here’s another herb that makes a great addition to both your herb garden and this natural pest spray. It will help repel aphids, spider mites, and the Colorado potato beetle. Dill (Anethum graveolens) Dill will naturally repel aphids, squash bugs, spider mites, and the cabbage looper. Lavender (Lavandula spp.) I love lavender (and wrote the ultimate guide on how to grow it)! Not only does it smell amazing and have the most beautiful blooms, but it is an invaluable tool for pest deterring as well. Chopped lavender added to your spray will help repel moths, fleas, flies, and mosquitoes. Not all plants that repel insects have to smell bad! Mint (Mentha spp.) This is one of my favourite smelling herbs, but certain pests disagree. Mint will repel ants, aphids, cabbage loopers, flea beetles, squash bugs, and whiteflies. There are many different varieties of mint and all should work fine in this recipe. Pennyroyal (Mentha pulegium) Ants, gnats, fleas, mosquitoes, flies, and mice are just a few of the pests that will be unlikely to visit if you use pennyroyal in your pest deterrent spray. Rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis) Rosemary is a hardy herb that will also repel its share of pests, such as the cabbage looper, carrot fly, cockroaches, mosquitoes, slugs, snails, and the Mexican bean beetle. Harvest up to 1/3 of the plant at one time. Rue (Ruta graveolens) Have a problem with cucumber and flea beetles? Try rue in your pest control spray! Tansy (Tanacetum vulgare) Tansy can make a fantastic addition to your pest deterrent spray, particularly if you have ants, beetles, flies, squash bugs, or cutworms making an unwelcome home in your garden. Tomato Leaf (Lycopersicon esculentum) Tomato leaf repels many pests, making it a wonderful herb to add to a homemade pest control spray. Save your tomato leaves when pruning your tomato plant! Wormwood (Artemisia absinthium) Ants, earwigs, flies, fleas, slugs, cabbage looper, cabbage maggot, the carrot fly, months, flea beetles, and mice are a few of the pests that can be deterred thanks to wormwood. How to Make Herbal Pest Control Spray Now that you have an idea of what to add to your pest control spray, let’s talk about how to make it. Thankfully this recipe is simple to put together. First, add the garlic and chili peppers, including the seeds, into a blender. Prepare the fresh or dried herbs by removing any leaves or flowers and woody stems (you can add these to your compost pile!). Secondly, add enough water to cover the mix you made, then blend until it’s completely liquified. Add enough water to fill the blender 2/3 full, then blend again. Blend twice to ensure everything is as small as possible. Strain the mixture with a nut milk bag or cheesecloth. Then give the bag a good squeeze to get all the remaining liquid out. I recommend wearing gloves while doing this to keep your hands safe! Don’t skip this step, otherwise you’ll clog your spray. Add a small amount of Castile soap and stir. Some Castile soaps come in a liquid concentrate, so if that’s the case you will need to pre-dilute it. Just a few drops of castile soap is all you need. Pour your custom pest control spray into a large spray bottle. Make sure to shake before each use. I always recommend testing out a small amount of a homemade concoction like this one on part of a single plant before using it on a broader scale. Watch to see how the plant responds—discontinue if you see any adverse reactions. Store your mixture in the fridge when not in use. Natural Pest Control FAQ How do I use the spray? Cover the plant as thoroughly as possible. Shake the bottle well before spraying, then spray all around the plant. Make sure to get under the leaves as well, since lots of bugs like to hide there. How often should I use my pest control spray? After testing a small area, apply once a day until the bugs disappear. Usually, I have to apply only 2-3 times until the plant is strong enough to fight the bugs. I also like to go in a week later and do one last spray to make sure they’re gone for good. What is the shelf life of this pest spray? When stored in the fridge, it should last 1-2 weeks. It’s intended to be used right away. Good Read: Garden Alchemy I hope you found this natural pest control spray recipe helpful! When properly used, it can help your garden flourish. This recipe came from my latest book, Garden Alchemy. This book is filled with 80 different recipes and concoctions for organic fertilizers, plant elixirs, potting mixes, and more! If you want to help your garden thrive naturally, take a look at Garden Alchemy. More Tips for Deterring Pests Herbal Pest Spray (Natural Pest Deterrent) This natural pest spray is easy to make and effective at repelling pests. Plus, learn how to add herbs to create a custom concoction to help drive away specific pests. 6 garlic cloves whole and unpeeled1-2 whole spicy chili peppers with seeds½ cup chopped herbs optional ¼ teaspoon liquid Castile soap Add garlic cloves and chilli peppers (including the seeds) into a blender.If you opt to use any herbs, finely chop the leaves, flowers, and green stems. Do not include any woody stems – compost those instead.Cover the mix with water and blend. Add enough water to fill the blender 2/3 full, then blend again.Strain the mix through a nut milk bag. While wearing gloves, squeeze any remaining liquid out of the bag.Add a small amount of unscented liquid castile soap and stir. Pour the liquid into a large spray bottle. Make sure to shake before each use. Test the pest spray out on a single leaf before using on a wider scale. Watch for any adverse reactions before spraying further.   A city girl who learned to garden and it changed everything. Author, artist, Master Gardener. Better living through plants. Source link

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Looking for a simple, natural, and effective way to deter pests? This pest control spray will encourage critters to move elsewhere and leave your garden alone! Here’s how to custom mix a pest deterrent spray of your own using common herbs from your garden. There are many things we want in our gardens—blooming plants, pollinators, and sunshine, to name a few. Likewise, there are many things we don’t want spending time in our gardens. Namely, I’m talking about pests that can damage and even destroy your plants (aphids I’m looking at YOU). Thankfully, there’s a simple, effective, and economical way to deter these critters from your plants. This homemade herbal pest deterrent spray uses fresh herbs, water, and a bit of soap to keep the pests at bay. This post will cover… This spray works exceptionally well on aphids. A Natural Alternative to Pesticides One of the main reasons I developed this natural pest spray is that I don’t like using pesticides or anything that kills insects. I believe every creature has its place…just not always on my favourite plants! Pesticides are not only obviously harmful to the pest itself, but can also damage the ecosystem of your garden. Pesticides kill more than “harmful” bugs. They can hurt or deter the good ones too such as helpful pollinating and predatory insects like bees, butterflies, green lacewings, hover flies, and more. At the end of the day, I don’t want my garden to be full of “cides” that are damaging to insects, plants, and humans—I just want the pests to be deterred from spending time in my garden. Ingredients in This Natural Pest Spray This herbal pest deterrent spray is filled with natural ingredients that naturally deter pests. Interestingly, you can even find these in commercial pest sprays as well. These items have been used for centuries and are proven to be effective! Garlic, peppers, and herbs are the three key ingredients. Garlic If you find the smell of garlic pungent, you aren’t alone! Many bugs dislike the smell and will avoid it. Additionally, the smell of garlic may cover the scent of a more tasty plant, helping keep your veggies and flowers safe. Peppers Larger pests like squirrels or chipmunks can quickly cause a lot of damage to your garden. The hot peppers in this pest deterrent spray is an effective way to redirect them elsewhere. This spicey ingredient also encourages insects such as leaf beetles to relocate somewhere away from your garden. Liquid Castile Soap Liquid castile soap may seem like an odd ingredient, but it has a pretty crucial function. Just a little bit of the soap added to the deterrent spray will help it adhere to leaves rather than sliding off. Chopped Herbs This is where making your own DIY pest spray becomes quite fun. You can actually tailor this spray to help deter specific insects. This can be tremendously helpful when it comes to protecting certain species of plants that are prone to one insect or another. I should also mention that some of these herbs can deter beneficial insects and wildlife from your garden. Use the herbs only when you need to intervene in your pest populations. Once they are under control and balance is restored, discontinue use. Here are the most common herbs I use in this spray and what they help deter. Use fresh herbs for this recipe. Basil (Ocimum basilcum) This garden herb can help deter whiteflies, the carrot fly, and the asparagus beetle. I find basil a very rewarding plant to grow as there are so many uses for it! Here are 16 different ways to use and preserve fresh basil. Interestingly enough, this recipe also works on basil! Borage (Borgo officinalis) Borage repels the tomato hornworm and the asparagus beetle. Catnip (Nepeta cataria) First and foremost, know that the catnip attracts cats to your yard. So, use with caution. On the flip side, it repels a long list of pests including ants, aphids, squash bugs, weevils, cockroaches, and more. Chives (Allium schoenoprasum) Chives are great to both grow in your garden and use in this pest spray. It will help discourage carrot flies, Japanese beetles, and aphids from spending time in your space. Chives have a strong scent that most bugs don’t like. Cilantro/Coriander (Coriandrum sativum) Here’s another herb that makes a great addition to both your herb garden and this natural pest spray. It will help repel aphids, spider mites, and the Colorado potato beetle. Dill (Anethum graveolens) Dill will naturally repel aphids, squash bugs, spider mites, and the cabbage looper. Lavender (Lavandula spp.) I love lavender (and wrote the ultimate guide on how to grow it)! Not only does it smell amazing and have the most beautiful blooms, but it is an invaluable tool for pest deterring as well. Chopped lavender added to your spray will help repel moths, fleas, flies, and mosquitoes. Not all plants that repel insects have to smell bad! Mint (Mentha spp.) This is one of my favourite smelling herbs, but certain pests disagree. Mint will repel ants, aphids, cabbage loopers, flea beetles, squash bugs, and whiteflies. There are many different varieties of mint and all should work fine in this recipe. Pennyroyal (Mentha pulegium) Ants, gnats, fleas, mosquitoes, flies, and mice are just a few of the pests that will be unlikely to visit if you use pennyroyal in your pest deterrent spray. Rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis) Rosemary is a hardy herb that will also repel its share of pests, such as the cabbage looper, carrot fly, cockroaches, mosquitoes, slugs, snails, and the Mexican bean beetle. Harvest up to 1/3 of the plant at one time. Rue (Ruta graveolens) Have a problem with cucumber and flea beetles? Try rue in your pest control spray! Tansy (Tanacetum vulgare) Tansy can make a fantastic addition to your pest deterrent spray, particularly if you have ants, beetles, flies, squash bugs, or cutworms making an unwelcome home in your garden. Tomato Leaf (Lycopersicon esculentum) Tomato leaf repels many pests, making it a wonderful herb to add to a homemade pest control spray. Save your tomato leaves when pruning your tomato plant! Wormwood (Artemisia absinthium) Ants, earwigs, flies, fleas, slugs, cabbage looper, cabbage maggot, the carrot fly, months, flea beetles, and mice are a few of the pests that can be deterred thanks to wormwood. How to Make Herbal Pest Control Spray Now that you have an idea of what to add to your pest control spray, let’s talk about how to make it. Thankfully this recipe is simple to put together. First, add the garlic and chili peppers, including the seeds, into a blender. Prepare the fresh or dried herbs by removing any leaves or flowers and woody stems (you can add these to your compost pile!). Secondly, add enough water to cover the mix you made, then blend until it’s completely liquified. Add enough water to fill the blender 2/3 full, then blend again. Blend twice to ensure everything is as small as possible. Strain the mixture with a nut milk bag or cheesecloth. Then give the bag a good squeeze to get all the remaining liquid out. I recommend wearing gloves while doing this to keep your hands safe! Don’t skip this step, otherwise you’ll clog your spray. Add a small amount of Castile soap and stir. Some Castile soaps come in a liquid concentrate, so if that’s the case you will need to pre-dilute it. Just a few drops of castile soap is all you need. Pour your custom pest control spray into a large spray bottle. Make sure to shake before each use. I always recommend testing out a small amount of a homemade concoction like this one on part of a single plant before using it on a broader scale. Watch to see how the plant responds—discontinue if you see any adverse reactions. Store your mixture in the fridge when not in use. Natural Pest Control FAQ How do I use the spray? Cover the plant as thoroughly as possible. Shake the bottle well before spraying, then spray all around the plant. Make sure to get under the leaves as well, since lots of bugs like to hide there. How often should I use my pest control spray? After testing a small area, apply once a day until the bugs disappear. Usually, I have to apply only 2-3 times until the plant is strong enough to fight the bugs. I also like to go in a week later and do one last spray to make sure they’re gone for good. What is the shelf life of this pest spray? When stored in the fridge, it should last 1-2 weeks. It’s intended to be used right away. Good Read: Garden Alchemy I hope you found this natural pest control spray recipe helpful! When properly used, it can help your garden flourish. This recipe came from my latest book, Garden Alchemy. This book is filled with 80 different recipes and concoctions for organic fertilizers, plant elixirs, potting mixes, and more! If you want to help your garden thrive naturally, take a look at Garden Alchemy. More Tips for Deterring Pests Herbal Pest Spray (Natural Pest Deterrent) This natural pest spray is easy to make and effective at repelling pests. Plus, learn how to add herbs to create a custom concoction to help drive away specific pests. 6 garlic cloves whole and unpeeled1-2 whole spicy chili peppers with seeds½ cup chopped herbs optional ¼ teaspoon liquid Castile soap Add garlic cloves and chilli peppers (including the seeds) into a blender.If you opt to use any herbs, finely chop the leaves, flowers, and green stems. Do not include any woody stems – compost those instead.Cover the mix with water and blend. Add enough water to fill the blender 2/3 full, then blend again.Strain the mix through a nut milk bag. While wearing gloves, squeeze any remaining liquid out of the bag.Add a small amount of unscented liquid castile soap and stir. Pour the liquid into a large spray bottle. Make sure to shake before each use. Test the pest spray out on a single leaf before using on a wider scale. Watch for any adverse reactions before spraying further.   A city girl who learned to garden and it changed everything. Author, artist, Master Gardener. Better living through plants. Source link

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Looking for a simple, natural, and effective way to deter pests? This pest control spray will encourage critters to move elsewhere and leave your garden alone! Here’s how to custom mix a pest deterrent spray of your own using common herbs from your garden. There are many things we want in our gardens—blooming plants, pollinators, and sunshine, to name a few. Likewise, there are many things we don’t want spending time in our gardens. Namely, I’m talking about pests that can damage and even destroy your plants (aphids I’m looking at YOU). Thankfully, there’s a simple, effective, and economical way to deter these critters from your plants. This homemade herbal pest deterrent spray uses fresh herbs, water, and a bit of soap to keep the pests at bay. This post will cover… This spray works exceptionally well on aphids. A Natural Alternative to Pesticides One of the main reasons I developed this natural pest spray is that I don’t like using pesticides or anything that kills insects. I believe every creature has its place…just not always on my favourite plants! Pesticides are not only obviously harmful to the pest itself, but can also damage the ecosystem of your garden. Pesticides kill more than “harmful” bugs. They can hurt or deter the good ones too such as helpful pollinating and predatory insects like bees, butterflies, green lacewings, hover flies, and more. At the end of the day, I don’t want my garden to be full of “cides” that are damaging to insects, plants, and humans—I just want the pests to be deterred from spending time in my garden. Ingredients in This Natural Pest Spray This herbal pest deterrent spray is filled with natural ingredients that naturally deter pests. Interestingly, you can even find these in commercial pest sprays as well. These items have been used for centuries and are proven to be effective! Garlic, peppers, and herbs are the three key ingredients. Garlic If you find the smell of garlic pungent, you aren’t alone! Many bugs dislike the smell and will avoid it. Additionally, the smell of garlic may cover the scent of a more tasty plant, helping keep your veggies and flowers safe. Peppers Larger pests like squirrels or chipmunks can quickly cause a lot of damage to your garden. The hot peppers in this pest deterrent spray is an effective way to redirect them elsewhere. This spicey ingredient also encourages insects such as leaf beetles to relocate somewhere away from your garden. Liquid Castile Soap Liquid castile soap may seem like an odd ingredient, but it has a pretty crucial function. Just a little bit of the soap added to the deterrent spray will help it adhere to leaves rather than sliding off. Chopped Herbs This is where making your own DIY pest spray becomes quite fun. You can actually tailor this spray to help deter specific insects. This can be tremendously helpful when it comes to protecting certain species of plants that are prone to one insect or another. I should also mention that some of these herbs can deter beneficial insects and wildlife from your garden. Use the herbs only when you need to intervene in your pest populations. Once they are under control and balance is restored, discontinue use. Here are the most common herbs I use in this spray and what they help deter. Use fresh herbs for this recipe. Basil (Ocimum basilcum) This garden herb can help deter whiteflies, the carrot fly, and the asparagus beetle. I find basil a very rewarding plant to grow as there are so many uses for it! Here are 16 different ways to use and preserve fresh basil. Interestingly enough, this recipe also works on basil! Borage (Borgo officinalis) Borage repels the tomato hornworm and the asparagus beetle. Catnip (Nepeta cataria) First and foremost, know that the catnip attracts cats to your yard. So, use with caution. On the flip side, it repels a long list of pests including ants, aphids, squash bugs, weevils, cockroaches, and more. Chives (Allium schoenoprasum) Chives are great to both grow in your garden and use in this pest spray. It will help discourage carrot flies, Japanese beetles, and aphids from spending time in your space. Chives have a strong scent that most bugs don’t like. Cilantro/Coriander (Coriandrum sativum) Here’s another herb that makes a great addition to both your herb garden and this natural pest spray. It will help repel aphids, spider mites, and the Colorado potato beetle. Dill (Anethum graveolens) Dill will naturally repel aphids, squash bugs, spider mites, and the cabbage looper. Lavender (Lavandula spp.) I love lavender (and wrote the ultimate guide on how to grow it)! Not only does it smell amazing and have the most beautiful blooms, but it is an invaluable tool for pest deterring as well. Chopped lavender added to your spray will help repel moths, fleas, flies, and mosquitoes. Not all plants that repel insects have to smell bad! Mint (Mentha spp.) This is one of my favourite smelling herbs, but certain pests disagree. Mint will repel ants, aphids, cabbage loopers, flea beetles, squash bugs, and whiteflies. There are many different varieties of mint and all should work fine in this recipe. Pennyroyal (Mentha pulegium) Ants, gnats, fleas, mosquitoes, flies, and mice are just a few of the pests that will be unlikely to visit if you use pennyroyal in your pest deterrent spray. Rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis) Rosemary is a hardy herb that will also repel its share of pests, such as the cabbage looper, carrot fly, cockroaches, mosquitoes, slugs, snails, and the Mexican bean beetle. Harvest up to 1/3 of the plant at one time. Rue (Ruta graveolens) Have a problem with cucumber and flea beetles? Try rue in your pest control spray! Tansy (Tanacetum vulgare) Tansy can make a fantastic addition to your pest deterrent spray, particularly if you have ants, beetles, flies, squash bugs, or cutworms making an unwelcome home in your garden. Tomato Leaf (Lycopersicon esculentum) Tomato leaf repels many pests, making it a wonderful herb to add to a homemade pest control spray. Save your tomato leaves when pruning your tomato plant! Wormwood (Artemisia absinthium) Ants, earwigs, flies, fleas, slugs, cabbage looper, cabbage maggot, the carrot fly, months, flea beetles, and mice are a few of the pests that can be deterred thanks to wormwood. How to Make Herbal Pest Control Spray Now that you have an idea of what to add to your pest control spray, let’s talk about how to make it. Thankfully this recipe is simple to put together. First, add the garlic and chili peppers, including the seeds, into a blender. Prepare the fresh or dried herbs by removing any leaves or flowers and woody stems (you can add these to your compost pile!). Secondly, add enough water to cover the mix you made, then blend until it’s completely liquified. Add enough water to fill the blender 2/3 full, then blend again. Blend twice to ensure everything is as small as possible. Strain the mixture with a nut milk bag or cheesecloth. Then give the bag a good squeeze to get all the remaining liquid out. I recommend wearing gloves while doing this to keep your hands safe! Don’t skip this step, otherwise you’ll clog your spray. Add a small amount of Castile soap and stir. Some Castile soaps come in a liquid concentrate, so if that’s the case you will need to pre-dilute it. Just a few drops of castile soap is all you need. Pour your custom pest control spray into a large spray bottle. Make sure to shake before each use. I always recommend testing out a small amount of a homemade concoction like this one on part of a single plant before using it on a broader scale. Watch to see how the plant responds—discontinue if you see any adverse reactions. Store your mixture in the fridge when not in use. Natural Pest Control FAQ How do I use the spray? Cover the plant as thoroughly as possible. Shake the bottle well before spraying, then spray all around the plant. Make sure to get under the leaves as well, since lots of bugs like to hide there. How often should I use my pest control spray? After testing a small area, apply once a day until the bugs disappear. Usually, I have to apply only 2-3 times until the plant is strong enough to fight the bugs. I also like to go in a week later and do one last spray to make sure they’re gone for good. What is the shelf life of this pest spray? When stored in the fridge, it should last 1-2 weeks. It’s intended to be used right away. Good Read: Garden Alchemy I hope you found this natural pest control spray recipe helpful! When properly used, it can help your garden flourish. This recipe came from my latest book, Garden Alchemy. This book is filled with 80 different recipes and concoctions for organic fertilizers, plant elixirs, potting mixes, and more! If you want to help your garden thrive naturally, take a look at Garden Alchemy. More Tips for Deterring Pests Herbal Pest Spray (Natural Pest Deterrent) This natural pest spray is easy to make and effective at repelling pests. Plus, learn how to add herbs to create a custom concoction to help drive away specific pests. 6 garlic cloves whole and unpeeled1-2 whole spicy chili peppers with seeds½ cup chopped herbs optional ¼ teaspoon liquid Castile soap Add garlic cloves and chilli peppers (including the seeds) into a blender.If you opt to use any herbs, finely chop the leaves, flowers, and green stems. Do not include any woody stems – compost those instead.Cover the mix with water and blend. Add enough water to fill the blender 2/3 full, then blend again.Strain the mix through a nut milk bag. While wearing gloves, squeeze any remaining liquid out of the bag.Add a small amount of unscented liquid castile soap and stir. Pour the liquid into a large spray bottle. Make sure to shake before each use. Test the pest spray out on a single leaf before using on a wider scale. Watch for any adverse reactions before spraying further.   A city girl who learned to garden and it changed everything. Author, artist, Master Gardener. Better living through plants. Source link

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Looking for a simple, natural, and effective way to deter pests? This pest control spray will encourage critters to move elsewhere and leave your garden alone! Here’s how to custom mix a pest deterrent spray of your own using common herbs from your garden. There are many things we want in our gardens—blooming plants, pollinators, and sunshine, to name a few. Likewise, there are many things we don’t want spending time in our gardens. Namely, I’m talking about pests that can damage and even destroy your plants (aphids I’m looking at YOU). Thankfully, there’s a simple, effective, and economical way to deter these critters from your plants. This homemade herbal pest deterrent spray uses fresh herbs, water, and a bit of soap to keep the pests at bay. This post will cover… This spray works exceptionally well on aphids. A Natural Alternative to Pesticides One of the main reasons I developed this natural pest spray is that I don’t like using pesticides or anything that kills insects. I believe every creature has its place…just not always on my favourite plants! Pesticides are not only obviously harmful to the pest itself, but can also damage the ecosystem of your garden. Pesticides kill more than “harmful” bugs. They can hurt or deter the good ones too such as helpful pollinating and predatory insects like bees, butterflies, green lacewings, hover flies, and more. At the end of the day, I don’t want my garden to be full of “cides” that are damaging to insects, plants, and humans—I just want the pests to be deterred from spending time in my garden. Ingredients in This Natural Pest Spray This herbal pest deterrent spray is filled with natural ingredients that naturally deter pests. Interestingly, you can even find these in commercial pest sprays as well. These items have been used for centuries and are proven to be effective! Garlic, peppers, and herbs are the three key ingredients. Garlic If you find the smell of garlic pungent, you aren’t alone! Many bugs dislike the smell and will avoid it. Additionally, the smell of garlic may cover the scent of a more tasty plant, helping keep your veggies and flowers safe. Peppers Larger pests like squirrels or chipmunks can quickly cause a lot of damage to your garden. The hot peppers in this pest deterrent spray is an effective way to redirect them elsewhere. This spicey ingredient also encourages insects such as leaf beetles to relocate somewhere away from your garden. Liquid Castile Soap Liquid castile soap may seem like an odd ingredient, but it has a pretty crucial function. Just a little bit of the soap added to the deterrent spray will help it adhere to leaves rather than sliding off. Chopped Herbs This is where making your own DIY pest spray becomes quite fun. You can actually tailor this spray to help deter specific insects. This can be tremendously helpful when it comes to protecting certain species of plants that are prone to one insect or another. I should also mention that some of these herbs can deter beneficial insects and wildlife from your garden. Use the herbs only when you need to intervene in your pest populations. Once they are under control and balance is restored, discontinue use. Here are the most common herbs I use in this spray and what they help deter. Use fresh herbs for this recipe. Basil (Ocimum basilcum) This garden herb can help deter whiteflies, the carrot fly, and the asparagus beetle. I find basil a very rewarding plant to grow as there are so many uses for it! Here are 16 different ways to use and preserve fresh basil. Interestingly enough, this recipe also works on basil! Borage (Borgo officinalis) Borage repels the tomato hornworm and the asparagus beetle. Catnip (Nepeta cataria) First and foremost, know that the catnip attracts cats to your yard. So, use with caution. On the flip side, it repels a long list of pests including ants, aphids, squash bugs, weevils, cockroaches, and more. Chives (Allium schoenoprasum) Chives are great to both grow in your garden and use in this pest spray. It will help discourage carrot flies, Japanese beetles, and aphids from spending time in your space. Chives have a strong scent that most bugs don’t like. Cilantro/Coriander (Coriandrum sativum) Here’s another herb that makes a great addition to both your herb garden and this natural pest spray. It will help repel aphids, spider mites, and the Colorado potato beetle. Dill (Anethum graveolens) Dill will naturally repel aphids, squash bugs, spider mites, and the cabbage looper. Lavender (Lavandula spp.) I love lavender (and wrote the ultimate guide on how to grow it)! Not only does it smell amazing and have the most beautiful blooms, but it is an invaluable tool for pest deterring as well. Chopped lavender added to your spray will help repel moths, fleas, flies, and mosquitoes. Not all plants that repel insects have to smell bad! Mint (Mentha spp.) This is one of my favourite smelling herbs, but certain pests disagree. Mint will repel ants, aphids, cabbage loopers, flea beetles, squash bugs, and whiteflies. There are many different varieties of mint and all should work fine in this recipe. Pennyroyal (Mentha pulegium) Ants, gnats, fleas, mosquitoes, flies, and mice are just a few of the pests that will be unlikely to visit if you use pennyroyal in your pest deterrent spray. Rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis) Rosemary is a hardy herb that will also repel its share of pests, such as the cabbage looper, carrot fly, cockroaches, mosquitoes, slugs, snails, and the Mexican bean beetle. Harvest up to 1/3 of the plant at one time. Rue (Ruta graveolens) Have a problem with cucumber and flea beetles? Try rue in your pest control spray! Tansy (Tanacetum vulgare) Tansy can make a fantastic addition to your pest deterrent spray, particularly if you have ants, beetles, flies, squash bugs, or cutworms making an unwelcome home in your garden. Tomato Leaf (Lycopersicon esculentum) Tomato leaf repels many pests, making it a wonderful herb to add to a homemade pest control spray. Save your tomato leaves when pruning your tomato plant! Wormwood (Artemisia absinthium) Ants, earwigs, flies, fleas, slugs, cabbage looper, cabbage maggot, the carrot fly, months, flea beetles, and mice are a few of the pests that can be deterred thanks to wormwood. How to Make Herbal Pest Control Spray Now that you have an idea of what to add to your pest control spray, let’s talk about how to make it. Thankfully this recipe is simple to put together. First, add the garlic and chili peppers, including the seeds, into a blender. Prepare the fresh or dried herbs by removing any leaves or flowers and woody stems (you can add these to your compost pile!). Secondly, add enough water to cover the mix you made, then blend until it’s completely liquified. Add enough water to fill the blender 2/3 full, then blend again. Blend twice to ensure everything is as small as possible. Strain the mixture with a nut milk bag or cheesecloth. Then give the bag a good squeeze to get all the remaining liquid out. I recommend wearing gloves while doing this to keep your hands safe! Don’t skip this step, otherwise you’ll clog your spray. Add a small amount of Castile soap and stir. Some Castile soaps come in a liquid concentrate, so if that’s the case you will need to pre-dilute it. Just a few drops of castile soap is all you need. Pour your custom pest control spray into a large spray bottle. Make sure to shake before each use. I always recommend testing out a small amount of a homemade concoction like this one on part of a single plant before using it on a broader scale. Watch to see how the plant responds—discontinue if you see any adverse reactions. Store your mixture in the fridge when not in use. Natural Pest Control FAQ How do I use the spray? Cover the plant as thoroughly as possible. Shake the bottle well before spraying, then spray all around the plant. Make sure to get under the leaves as well, since lots of bugs like to hide there. How often should I use my pest control spray? After testing a small area, apply once a day until the bugs disappear. Usually, I have to apply only 2-3 times until the plant is strong enough to fight the bugs. I also like to go in a week later and do one last spray to make sure they’re gone for good. What is the shelf life of this pest spray? When stored in the fridge, it should last 1-2 weeks. It’s intended to be used right away. Good Read: Garden Alchemy I hope you found this natural pest control spray recipe helpful! When properly used, it can help your garden flourish. This recipe came from my latest book, Garden Alchemy. This book is filled with 80 different recipes and concoctions for organic fertilizers, plant elixirs, potting mixes, and more! If you want to help your garden thrive naturally, take a look at Garden Alchemy. More Tips for Deterring Pests Herbal Pest Spray (Natural Pest Deterrent) This natural pest spray is easy to make and effective at repelling pests. Plus, learn how to add herbs to create a custom concoction to help drive away specific pests. 6 garlic cloves whole and unpeeled1-2 whole spicy chili peppers with seeds½ cup chopped herbs optional ¼ teaspoon liquid Castile soap Add garlic cloves and chilli peppers (including the seeds) into a blender.If you opt to use any herbs, finely chop the leaves, flowers, and green stems. Do not include any woody stems – compost those instead.Cover the mix with water and blend. Add enough water to fill the blender 2/3 full, then blend again.Strain the mix through a nut milk bag. While wearing gloves, squeeze any remaining liquid out of the bag.Add a small amount of unscented liquid castile soap and stir. Pour the liquid into a large spray bottle. Make sure to shake before each use. Test the pest spray out on a single leaf before using on a wider scale. Watch for any adverse reactions before spraying further.   A city girl who learned to garden and it changed everything. Author, artist, Master Gardener. Better living through plants. Source link

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Looking for a simple, natural, and effective way to deter pests? This pest control spray will encourage critters to move elsewhere and leave your garden alone! Here’s how to custom mix a pest deterrent spray of your own using common herbs from your garden. There are many things we want in our gardens—blooming plants, pollinators, and sunshine, to name a few. Likewise, there are many things we don’t want spending time in our gardens. Namely, I’m talking about pests that can damage and even destroy your plants (aphids I’m looking at YOU). Thankfully, there’s a simple, effective, and economical way to deter these critters from your plants. This homemade herbal pest deterrent spray uses fresh herbs, water, and a bit of soap to keep the pests at bay. This post will cover… This spray works exceptionally well on aphids. A Natural Alternative to Pesticides One of the main reasons I developed this natural pest spray is that I don’t like using pesticides or anything that kills insects. I believe every creature has its place…just not always on my favourite plants! Pesticides are not only obviously harmful to the pest itself, but can also damage the ecosystem of your garden. Pesticides kill more than “harmful” bugs. They can hurt or deter the good ones too such as helpful pollinating and predatory insects like bees, butterflies, green lacewings, hover flies, and more. At the end of the day, I don’t want my garden to be full of “cides” that are damaging to insects, plants, and humans—I just want the pests to be deterred from spending time in my garden. Ingredients in This Natural Pest Spray This herbal pest deterrent spray is filled with natural ingredients that naturally deter pests. Interestingly, you can even find these in commercial pest sprays as well. These items have been used for centuries and are proven to be effective! Garlic, peppers, and herbs are the three key ingredients. Garlic If you find the smell of garlic pungent, you aren’t alone! Many bugs dislike the smell and will avoid it. Additionally, the smell of garlic may cover the scent of a more tasty plant, helping keep your veggies and flowers safe. Peppers Larger pests like squirrels or chipmunks can quickly cause a lot of damage to your garden. The hot peppers in this pest deterrent spray is an effective way to redirect them elsewhere. This spicey ingredient also encourages insects such as leaf beetles to relocate somewhere away from your garden. Liquid Castile Soap Liquid castile soap may seem like an odd ingredient, but it has a pretty crucial function. Just a little bit of the soap added to the deterrent spray will help it adhere to leaves rather than sliding off. Chopped Herbs This is where making your own DIY pest spray becomes quite fun. You can actually tailor this spray to help deter specific insects. This can be tremendously helpful when it comes to protecting certain species of plants that are prone to one insect or another. I should also mention that some of these herbs can deter beneficial insects and wildlife from your garden. Use the herbs only when you need to intervene in your pest populations. Once they are under control and balance is restored, discontinue use. Here are the most common herbs I use in this spray and what they help deter. Use fresh herbs for this recipe. Basil (Ocimum basilcum) This garden herb can help deter whiteflies, the carrot fly, and the asparagus beetle. I find basil a very rewarding plant to grow as there are so many uses for it! Here are 16 different ways to use and preserve fresh basil. Interestingly enough, this recipe also works on basil! Borage (Borgo officinalis) Borage repels the tomato hornworm and the asparagus beetle. Catnip (Nepeta cataria) First and foremost, know that the catnip attracts cats to your yard. So, use with caution. On the flip side, it repels a long list of pests including ants, aphids, squash bugs, weevils, cockroaches, and more. Chives (Allium schoenoprasum) Chives are great to both grow in your garden and use in this pest spray. It will help discourage carrot flies, Japanese beetles, and aphids from spending time in your space. Chives have a strong scent that most bugs don’t like. Cilantro/Coriander (Coriandrum sativum) Here’s another herb that makes a great addition to both your herb garden and this natural pest spray. It will help repel aphids, spider mites, and the Colorado potato beetle. Dill (Anethum graveolens) Dill will naturally repel aphids, squash bugs, spider mites, and the cabbage looper. Lavender (Lavandula spp.) I love lavender (and wrote the ultimate guide on how to grow it)! Not only does it smell amazing and have the most beautiful blooms, but it is an invaluable tool for pest deterring as well. Chopped lavender added to your spray will help repel moths, fleas, flies, and mosquitoes. Not all plants that repel insects have to smell bad! Mint (Mentha spp.) This is one of my favourite smelling herbs, but certain pests disagree. Mint will repel ants, aphids, cabbage loopers, flea beetles, squash bugs, and whiteflies. There are many different varieties of mint and all should work fine in this recipe. Pennyroyal (Mentha pulegium) Ants, gnats, fleas, mosquitoes, flies, and mice are just a few of the pests that will be unlikely to visit if you use pennyroyal in your pest deterrent spray. Rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis) Rosemary is a hardy herb that will also repel its share of pests, such as the cabbage looper, carrot fly, cockroaches, mosquitoes, slugs, snails, and the Mexican bean beetle. Harvest up to 1/3 of the plant at one time. Rue (Ruta graveolens) Have a problem with cucumber and flea beetles? Try rue in your pest control spray! Tansy (Tanacetum vulgare) Tansy can make a fantastic addition to your pest deterrent spray, particularly if you have ants, beetles, flies, squash bugs, or cutworms making an unwelcome home in your garden. Tomato Leaf (Lycopersicon esculentum) Tomato leaf repels many pests, making it a wonderful herb to add to a homemade pest control spray. Save your tomato leaves when pruning your tomato plant! Wormwood (Artemisia absinthium) Ants, earwigs, flies, fleas, slugs, cabbage looper, cabbage maggot, the carrot fly, months, flea beetles, and mice are a few of the pests that can be deterred thanks to wormwood. How to Make Herbal Pest Control Spray Now that you have an idea of what to add to your pest control spray, let’s talk about how to make it. Thankfully this recipe is simple to put together. First, add the garlic and chili peppers, including the seeds, into a blender. Prepare the fresh or dried herbs by removing any leaves or flowers and woody stems (you can add these to your compost pile!). Secondly, add enough water to cover the mix you made, then blend until it’s completely liquified. Add enough water to fill the blender 2/3 full, then blend again. Blend twice to ensure everything is as small as possible. Strain the mixture with a nut milk bag or cheesecloth. Then give the bag a good squeeze to get all the remaining liquid out. I recommend wearing gloves while doing this to keep your hands safe! Don’t skip this step, otherwise you’ll clog your spray. Add a small amount of Castile soap and stir. Some Castile soaps come in a liquid concentrate, so if that’s the case you will need to pre-dilute it. Just a few drops of castile soap is all you need. Pour your custom pest control spray into a large spray bottle. Make sure to shake before each use. I always recommend testing out a small amount of a homemade concoction like this one on part of a single plant before using it on a broader scale. Watch to see how the plant responds—discontinue if you see any adverse reactions. Store your mixture in the fridge when not in use. Natural Pest Control FAQ How do I use the spray? Cover the plant as thoroughly as possible. Shake the bottle well before spraying, then spray all around the plant. Make sure to get under the leaves as well, since lots of bugs like to hide there. How often should I use my pest control spray? After testing a small area, apply once a day until the bugs disappear. Usually, I have to apply only 2-3 times until the plant is strong enough to fight the bugs. I also like to go in a week later and do one last spray to make sure they’re gone for good. What is the shelf life of this pest spray? When stored in the fridge, it should last 1-2 weeks. It’s intended to be used right away. Good Read: Garden Alchemy I hope you found this natural pest control spray recipe helpful! When properly used, it can help your garden flourish. This recipe came from my latest book, Garden Alchemy. This book is filled with 80 different recipes and concoctions for organic fertilizers, plant elixirs, potting mixes, and more! If you want to help your garden thrive naturally, take a look at Garden Alchemy. More Tips for Deterring Pests Herbal Pest Spray (Natural Pest Deterrent) This natural pest spray is easy to make and effective at repelling pests. Plus, learn how to add herbs to create a custom concoction to help drive away specific pests. 6 garlic cloves whole and unpeeled1-2 whole spicy chili peppers with seeds½ cup chopped herbs optional ¼ teaspoon liquid Castile soap Add garlic cloves and chilli peppers (including the seeds) into a blender.If you opt to use any herbs, finely chop the leaves, flowers, and green stems. Do not include any woody stems – compost those instead.Cover the mix with water and blend. Add enough water to fill the blender 2/3 full, then blend again.Strain the mix through a nut milk bag. While wearing gloves, squeeze any remaining liquid out of the bag.Add a small amount of unscented liquid castile soap and stir. Pour the liquid into a large spray bottle. Make sure to shake before each use. Test the pest spray out on a single leaf before using on a wider scale. Watch for any adverse reactions before spraying further.   A city girl who learned to garden and it changed everything. Author, artist, Master Gardener. Better living through plants. Source link

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Looking for a simple, natural, and effective way to deter pests? This pest control spray will encourage critters to move elsewhere and leave your garden alone! Here’s how to custom mix a pest deterrent spray of your own using common herbs from your garden. There are many things we want in our gardens—blooming plants, pollinators, and sunshine, to name a few. Likewise, there are many things we don’t want spending time in our gardens. Namely, I’m talking about pests that can damage and even destroy your plants (aphids I’m looking at YOU). Thankfully, there’s a simple, effective, and economical way to deter these critters from your plants. This homemade herbal pest deterrent spray uses fresh herbs, water, and a bit of soap to keep the pests at bay. This post will cover… This spray works exceptionally well on aphids. A Natural Alternative to Pesticides One of the main reasons I developed this natural pest spray is that I don’t like using pesticides or anything that kills insects. I believe every creature has its place…just not always on my favourite plants! Pesticides are not only obviously harmful to the pest itself, but can also damage the ecosystem of your garden. Pesticides kill more than “harmful” bugs. They can hurt or deter the good ones too such as helpful pollinating and predatory insects like bees, butterflies, green lacewings, hover flies, and more. At the end of the day, I don’t want my garden to be full of “cides” that are damaging to insects, plants, and humans—I just want the pests to be deterred from spending time in my garden. Ingredients in This Natural Pest Spray This herbal pest deterrent spray is filled with natural ingredients that naturally deter pests. Interestingly, you can even find these in commercial pest sprays as well. These items have been used for centuries and are proven to be effective! Garlic, peppers, and herbs are the three key ingredients. Garlic If you find the smell of garlic pungent, you aren’t alone! Many bugs dislike the smell and will avoid it. Additionally, the smell of garlic may cover the scent of a more tasty plant, helping keep your veggies and flowers safe. Peppers Larger pests like squirrels or chipmunks can quickly cause a lot of damage to your garden. The hot peppers in this pest deterrent spray is an effective way to redirect them elsewhere. This spicey ingredient also encourages insects such as leaf beetles to relocate somewhere away from your garden. Liquid Castile Soap Liquid castile soap may seem like an odd ingredient, but it has a pretty crucial function. Just a little bit of the soap added to the deterrent spray will help it adhere to leaves rather than sliding off. Chopped Herbs This is where making your own DIY pest spray becomes quite fun. You can actually tailor this spray to help deter specific insects. This can be tremendously helpful when it comes to protecting certain species of plants that are prone to one insect or another. I should also mention that some of these herbs can deter beneficial insects and wildlife from your garden. Use the herbs only when you need to intervene in your pest populations. Once they are under control and balance is restored, discontinue use. Here are the most common herbs I use in this spray and what they help deter. Use fresh herbs for this recipe. Basil (Ocimum basilcum) This garden herb can help deter whiteflies, the carrot fly, and the asparagus beetle. I find basil a very rewarding plant to grow as there are so many uses for it! Here are 16 different ways to use and preserve fresh basil. Interestingly enough, this recipe also works on basil! Borage (Borgo officinalis) Borage repels the tomato hornworm and the asparagus beetle. Catnip (Nepeta cataria) First and foremost, know that the catnip attracts cats to your yard. So, use with caution. On the flip side, it repels a long list of pests including ants, aphids, squash bugs, weevils, cockroaches, and more. Chives (Allium schoenoprasum) Chives are great to both grow in your garden and use in this pest spray. It will help discourage carrot flies, Japanese beetles, and aphids from spending time in your space. Chives have a strong scent that most bugs don’t like. Cilantro/Coriander (Coriandrum sativum) Here’s another herb that makes a great addition to both your herb garden and this natural pest spray. It will help repel aphids, spider mites, and the Colorado potato beetle. Dill (Anethum graveolens) Dill will naturally repel aphids, squash bugs, spider mites, and the cabbage looper. Lavender (Lavandula spp.) I love lavender (and wrote the ultimate guide on how to grow it)! Not only does it smell amazing and have the most beautiful blooms, but it is an invaluable tool for pest deterring as well. Chopped lavender added to your spray will help repel moths, fleas, flies, and mosquitoes. Not all plants that repel insects have to smell bad! Mint (Mentha spp.) This is one of my favourite smelling herbs, but certain pests disagree. Mint will repel ants, aphids, cabbage loopers, flea beetles, squash bugs, and whiteflies. There are many different varieties of mint and all should work fine in this recipe. Pennyroyal (Mentha pulegium) Ants, gnats, fleas, mosquitoes, flies, and mice are just a few of the pests that will be unlikely to visit if you use pennyroyal in your pest deterrent spray. Rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis) Rosemary is a hardy herb that will also repel its share of pests, such as the cabbage looper, carrot fly, cockroaches, mosquitoes, slugs, snails, and the Mexican bean beetle. Harvest up to 1/3 of the plant at one time. Rue (Ruta graveolens) Have a problem with cucumber and flea beetles? Try rue in your pest control spray! Tansy (Tanacetum vulgare) Tansy can make a fantastic addition to your pest deterrent spray, particularly if you have ants, beetles, flies, squash bugs, or cutworms making an unwelcome home in your garden. Tomato Leaf (Lycopersicon esculentum) Tomato leaf repels many pests, making it a wonderful herb to add to a homemade pest control spray. Save your tomato leaves when pruning your tomato plant! Wormwood (Artemisia absinthium) Ants, earwigs, flies, fleas, slugs, cabbage looper, cabbage maggot, the carrot fly, months, flea beetles, and mice are a few of the pests that can be deterred thanks to wormwood. How to Make Herbal Pest Control Spray Now that you have an idea of what to add to your pest control spray, let’s talk about how to make it. Thankfully this recipe is simple to put together. First, add the garlic and chili peppers, including the seeds, into a blender. Prepare the fresh or dried herbs by removing any leaves or flowers and woody stems (you can add these to your compost pile!). Secondly, add enough water to cover the mix you made, then blend until it’s completely liquified. Add enough water to fill the blender 2/3 full, then blend again. Blend twice to ensure everything is as small as possible. Strain the mixture with a nut milk bag or cheesecloth. Then give the bag a good squeeze to get all the remaining liquid out. I recommend wearing gloves while doing this to keep your hands safe! Don’t skip this step, otherwise you’ll clog your spray. Add a small amount of Castile soap and stir. Some Castile soaps come in a liquid concentrate, so if that’s the case you will need to pre-dilute it. Just a few drops of castile soap is all you need. Pour your custom pest control spray into a large spray bottle. Make sure to shake before each use. I always recommend testing out a small amount of a homemade concoction like this one on part of a single plant before using it on a broader scale. Watch to see how the plant responds—discontinue if you see any adverse reactions. Store your mixture in the fridge when not in use. Natural Pest Control FAQ How do I use the spray? Cover the plant as thoroughly as possible. Shake the bottle well before spraying, then spray all around the plant. Make sure to get under the leaves as well, since lots of bugs like to hide there. How often should I use my pest control spray? After testing a small area, apply once a day until the bugs disappear. Usually, I have to apply only 2-3 times until the plant is strong enough to fight the bugs. I also like to go in a week later and do one last spray to make sure they’re gone for good. What is the shelf life of this pest spray? When stored in the fridge, it should last 1-2 weeks. It’s intended to be used right away. Good Read: Garden Alchemy I hope you found this natural pest control spray recipe helpful! When properly used, it can help your garden flourish. This recipe came from my latest book, Garden Alchemy. This book is filled with 80 different recipes and concoctions for organic fertilizers, plant elixirs, potting mixes, and more! If you want to help your garden thrive naturally, take a look at Garden Alchemy. More Tips for Deterring Pests Herbal Pest Spray (Natural Pest Deterrent) This natural pest spray is easy to make and effective at repelling pests. Plus, learn how to add herbs to create a custom concoction to help drive away specific pests. 6 garlic cloves whole and unpeeled1-2 whole spicy chili peppers with seeds½ cup chopped herbs optional ¼ teaspoon liquid Castile soap Add garlic cloves and chilli peppers (including the seeds) into a blender.If you opt to use any herbs, finely chop the leaves, flowers, and green stems. Do not include any woody stems – compost those instead.Cover the mix with water and blend. Add enough water to fill the blender 2/3 full, then blend again.Strain the mix through a nut milk bag. While wearing gloves, squeeze any remaining liquid out of the bag.Add a small amount of unscented liquid castile soap and stir. Pour the liquid into a large spray bottle. Make sure to shake before each use. Test the pest spray out on a single leaf before using on a wider scale. Watch for any adverse reactions before spraying further.   A city girl who learned to garden and it changed everything. Author, artist, Master Gardener. Better living through plants. Source link

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Looking for a simple, natural, and effective way to deter pests? This pest control spray will encourage critters to move elsewhere and leave your garden alone! Here’s how to custom mix a pest deterrent spray of your own using common herbs from your garden. There are many things we want in our gardens—blooming plants, pollinators, and sunshine, to name a few. Likewise, there are many things we don’t want spending time in our gardens. Namely, I’m talking about pests that can damage and even destroy your plants (aphids I’m looking at YOU). Thankfully, there’s a simple, effective, and economical way to deter these critters from your plants. This homemade herbal pest deterrent spray uses fresh herbs, water, and a bit of soap to keep the pests at bay. This post will cover… This spray works exceptionally well on aphids. A Natural Alternative to Pesticides One of the main reasons I developed this natural pest spray is that I don’t like using pesticides or anything that kills insects. I believe every creature has its place…just not always on my favourite plants! Pesticides are not only obviously harmful to the pest itself, but can also damage the ecosystem of your garden. Pesticides kill more than “harmful” bugs. They can hurt or deter the good ones too such as helpful pollinating and predatory insects like bees, butterflies, green lacewings, hover flies, and more. At the end of the day, I don’t want my garden to be full of “cides” that are damaging to insects, plants, and humans—I just want the pests to be deterred from spending time in my garden. Ingredients in This Natural Pest Spray This herbal pest deterrent spray is filled with natural ingredients that naturally deter pests. Interestingly, you can even find these in commercial pest sprays as well. These items have been used for centuries and are proven to be effective! Garlic, peppers, and herbs are the three key ingredients. Garlic If you find the smell of garlic pungent, you aren’t alone! Many bugs dislike the smell and will avoid it. Additionally, the smell of garlic may cover the scent of a more tasty plant, helping keep your veggies and flowers safe. Peppers Larger pests like squirrels or chipmunks can quickly cause a lot of damage to your garden. The hot peppers in this pest deterrent spray is an effective way to redirect them elsewhere. This spicey ingredient also encourages insects such as leaf beetles to relocate somewhere away from your garden. Liquid Castile Soap Liquid castile soap may seem like an odd ingredient, but it has a pretty crucial function. Just a little bit of the soap added to the deterrent spray will help it adhere to leaves rather than sliding off. Chopped Herbs This is where making your own DIY pest spray becomes quite fun. You can actually tailor this spray to help deter specific insects. This can be tremendously helpful when it comes to protecting certain species of plants that are prone to one insect or another. I should also mention that some of these herbs can deter beneficial insects and wildlife from your garden. Use the herbs only when you need to intervene in your pest populations. Once they are under control and balance is restored, discontinue use. Here are the most common herbs I use in this spray and what they help deter. Use fresh herbs for this recipe. Basil (Ocimum basilcum) This garden herb can help deter whiteflies, the carrot fly, and the asparagus beetle. I find basil a very rewarding plant to grow as there are so many uses for it! Here are 16 different ways to use and preserve fresh basil. Interestingly enough, this recipe also works on basil! Borage (Borgo officinalis) Borage repels the tomato hornworm and the asparagus beetle. Catnip (Nepeta cataria) First and foremost, know that the catnip attracts cats to your yard. So, use with caution. On the flip side, it repels a long list of pests including ants, aphids, squash bugs, weevils, cockroaches, and more. Chives (Allium schoenoprasum) Chives are great to both grow in your garden and use in this pest spray. It will help discourage carrot flies, Japanese beetles, and aphids from spending time in your space. Chives have a strong scent that most bugs don’t like. Cilantro/Coriander (Coriandrum sativum) Here’s another herb that makes a great addition to both your herb garden and this natural pest spray. It will help repel aphids, spider mites, and the Colorado potato beetle. Dill (Anethum graveolens) Dill will naturally repel aphids, squash bugs, spider mites, and the cabbage looper. Lavender (Lavandula spp.) I love lavender (and wrote the ultimate guide on how to grow it)! Not only does it smell amazing and have the most beautiful blooms, but it is an invaluable tool for pest deterring as well. Chopped lavender added to your spray will help repel moths, fleas, flies, and mosquitoes. Not all plants that repel insects have to smell bad! Mint (Mentha spp.) This is one of my favourite smelling herbs, but certain pests disagree. Mint will repel ants, aphids, cabbage loopers, flea beetles, squash bugs, and whiteflies. There are many different varieties of mint and all should work fine in this recipe. Pennyroyal (Mentha pulegium) Ants, gnats, fleas, mosquitoes, flies, and mice are just a few of the pests that will be unlikely to visit if you use pennyroyal in your pest deterrent spray. Rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis) Rosemary is a hardy herb that will also repel its share of pests, such as the cabbage looper, carrot fly, cockroaches, mosquitoes, slugs, snails, and the Mexican bean beetle. Harvest up to 1/3 of the plant at one time. Rue (Ruta graveolens) Have a problem with cucumber and flea beetles? Try rue in your pest control spray! Tansy (Tanacetum vulgare) Tansy can make a fantastic addition to your pest deterrent spray, particularly if you have ants, beetles, flies, squash bugs, or cutworms making an unwelcome home in your garden. Tomato Leaf (Lycopersicon esculentum) Tomato leaf repels many pests, making it a wonderful herb to add to a homemade pest control spray. Save your tomato leaves when pruning your tomato plant! Wormwood (Artemisia absinthium) Ants, earwigs, flies, fleas, slugs, cabbage looper, cabbage maggot, the carrot fly, months, flea beetles, and mice are a few of the pests that can be deterred thanks to wormwood. How to Make Herbal Pest Control Spray Now that you have an idea of what to add to your pest control spray, let’s talk about how to make it. Thankfully this recipe is simple to put together. First, add the garlic and chili peppers, including the seeds, into a blender. Prepare the fresh or dried herbs by removing any leaves or flowers and woody stems (you can add these to your compost pile!). Secondly, add enough water to cover the mix you made, then blend until it’s completely liquified. Add enough water to fill the blender 2/3 full, then blend again. Blend twice to ensure everything is as small as possible. Strain the mixture with a nut milk bag or cheesecloth. Then give the bag a good squeeze to get all the remaining liquid out. I recommend wearing gloves while doing this to keep your hands safe! Don’t skip this step, otherwise you’ll clog your spray. Add a small amount of Castile soap and stir. Some Castile soaps come in a liquid concentrate, so if that’s the case you will need to pre-dilute it. Just a few drops of castile soap is all you need. Pour your custom pest control spray into a large spray bottle. Make sure to shake before each use. I always recommend testing out a small amount of a homemade concoction like this one on part of a single plant before using it on a broader scale. Watch to see how the plant responds—discontinue if you see any adverse reactions. Store your mixture in the fridge when not in use. Natural Pest Control FAQ How do I use the spray? Cover the plant as thoroughly as possible. Shake the bottle well before spraying, then spray all around the plant. Make sure to get under the leaves as well, since lots of bugs like to hide there. How often should I use my pest control spray? After testing a small area, apply once a day until the bugs disappear. Usually, I have to apply only 2-3 times until the plant is strong enough to fight the bugs. I also like to go in a week later and do one last spray to make sure they’re gone for good. What is the shelf life of this pest spray? When stored in the fridge, it should last 1-2 weeks. It’s intended to be used right away. Good Read: Garden Alchemy I hope you found this natural pest control spray recipe helpful! When properly used, it can help your garden flourish. This recipe came from my latest book, Garden Alchemy. This book is filled with 80 different recipes and concoctions for organic fertilizers, plant elixirs, potting mixes, and more! If you want to help your garden thrive naturally, take a look at Garden Alchemy. More Tips for Deterring Pests Herbal Pest Spray (Natural Pest Deterrent) This natural pest spray is easy to make and effective at repelling pests. Plus, learn how to add herbs to create a custom concoction to help drive away specific pests. 6 garlic cloves whole and unpeeled1-2 whole spicy chili peppers with seeds½ cup chopped herbs optional ¼ teaspoon liquid Castile soap Add garlic cloves and chilli peppers (including the seeds) into a blender.If you opt to use any herbs, finely chop the leaves, flowers, and green stems. Do not include any woody stems – compost those instead.Cover the mix with water and blend. Add enough water to fill the blender 2/3 full, then blend again.Strain the mix through a nut milk bag. While wearing gloves, squeeze any remaining liquid out of the bag.Add a small amount of unscented liquid castile soap and stir. Pour the liquid into a large spray bottle. Make sure to shake before each use. Test the pest spray out on a single leaf before using on a wider scale. Watch for any adverse reactions before spraying further.   A city girl who learned to garden and it changed everything. Author, artist, Master Gardener. Better living through plants. Source link

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Looking for a simple, natural, and effective way to deter pests? This pest control spray will encourage critters to move elsewhere and leave your garden alone! Here’s how to custom mix a pest deterrent spray of your own using common herbs from your garden. There are many things we want in our gardens—blooming plants, pollinators, and sunshine, to name a few. Likewise, there are many things we don’t want spending time in our gardens. Namely, I’m talking about pests that can damage and even destroy your plants (aphids I’m looking at YOU). Thankfully, there’s a simple, effective, and economical way to deter these critters from your plants. This homemade herbal pest deterrent spray uses fresh herbs, water, and a bit of soap to keep the pests at bay. This post will cover… This spray works exceptionally well on aphids. A Natural Alternative to Pesticides One of the main reasons I developed this natural pest spray is that I don’t like using pesticides or anything that kills insects. I believe every creature has its place…just not always on my favourite plants! Pesticides are not only obviously harmful to the pest itself, but can also damage the ecosystem of your garden. Pesticides kill more than “harmful” bugs. They can hurt or deter the good ones too such as helpful pollinating and predatory insects like bees, butterflies, green lacewings, hover flies, and more. At the end of the day, I don’t want my garden to be full of “cides” that are damaging to insects, plants, and humans—I just want the pests to be deterred from spending time in my garden. Ingredients in This Natural Pest Spray This herbal pest deterrent spray is filled with natural ingredients that naturally deter pests. Interestingly, you can even find these in commercial pest sprays as well. These items have been used for centuries and are proven to be effective! Garlic, peppers, and herbs are the three key ingredients. Garlic If you find the smell of garlic pungent, you aren’t alone! Many bugs dislike the smell and will avoid it. Additionally, the smell of garlic may cover the scent of a more tasty plant, helping keep your veggies and flowers safe. Peppers Larger pests like squirrels or chipmunks can quickly cause a lot of damage to your garden. The hot peppers in this pest deterrent spray is an effective way to redirect them elsewhere. This spicey ingredient also encourages insects such as leaf beetles to relocate somewhere away from your garden. Liquid Castile Soap Liquid castile soap may seem like an odd ingredient, but it has a pretty crucial function. Just a little bit of the soap added to the deterrent spray will help it adhere to leaves rather than sliding off. Chopped Herbs This is where making your own DIY pest spray becomes quite fun. You can actually tailor this spray to help deter specific insects. This can be tremendously helpful when it comes to protecting certain species of plants that are prone to one insect or another. I should also mention that some of these herbs can deter beneficial insects and wildlife from your garden. Use the herbs only when you need to intervene in your pest populations. Once they are under control and balance is restored, discontinue use. Here are the most common herbs I use in this spray and what they help deter. Use fresh herbs for this recipe. Basil (Ocimum basilcum) This garden herb can help deter whiteflies, the carrot fly, and the asparagus beetle. I find basil a very rewarding plant to grow as there are so many uses for it! Here are 16 different ways to use and preserve fresh basil. Interestingly enough, this recipe also works on basil! Borage (Borgo officinalis) Borage repels the tomato hornworm and the asparagus beetle. Catnip (Nepeta cataria) First and foremost, know that the catnip attracts cats to your yard. So, use with caution. On the flip side, it repels a long list of pests including ants, aphids, squash bugs, weevils, cockroaches, and more. Chives (Allium schoenoprasum) Chives are great to both grow in your garden and use in this pest spray. It will help discourage carrot flies, Japanese beetles, and aphids from spending time in your space. Chives have a strong scent that most bugs don’t like. Cilantro/Coriander (Coriandrum sativum) Here’s another herb that makes a great addition to both your herb garden and this natural pest spray. It will help repel aphids, spider mites, and the Colorado potato beetle. Dill (Anethum graveolens) Dill will naturally repel aphids, squash bugs, spider mites, and the cabbage looper. Lavender (Lavandula spp.) I love lavender (and wrote the ultimate guide on how to grow it)! Not only does it smell amazing and have the most beautiful blooms, but it is an invaluable tool for pest deterring as well. Chopped lavender added to your spray will help repel moths, fleas, flies, and mosquitoes. Not all plants that repel insects have to smell bad! Mint (Mentha spp.) This is one of my favourite smelling herbs, but certain pests disagree. Mint will repel ants, aphids, cabbage loopers, flea beetles, squash bugs, and whiteflies. There are many different varieties of mint and all should work fine in this recipe. Pennyroyal (Mentha pulegium) Ants, gnats, fleas, mosquitoes, flies, and mice are just a few of the pests that will be unlikely to visit if you use pennyroyal in your pest deterrent spray. Rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis) Rosemary is a hardy herb that will also repel its share of pests, such as the cabbage looper, carrot fly, cockroaches, mosquitoes, slugs, snails, and the Mexican bean beetle. Harvest up to 1/3 of the plant at one time. Rue (Ruta graveolens) Have a problem with cucumber and flea beetles? Try rue in your pest control spray! Tansy (Tanacetum vulgare) Tansy can make a fantastic addition to your pest deterrent spray, particularly if you have ants, beetles, flies, squash bugs, or cutworms making an unwelcome home in your garden. Tomato Leaf (Lycopersicon esculentum) Tomato leaf repels many pests, making it a wonderful herb to add to a homemade pest control spray. Save your tomato leaves when pruning your tomato plant! Wormwood (Artemisia absinthium) Ants, earwigs, flies, fleas, slugs, cabbage looper, cabbage maggot, the carrot fly, months, flea beetles, and mice are a few of the pests that can be deterred thanks to wormwood. How to Make Herbal Pest Control Spray Now that you have an idea of what to add to your pest control spray, let’s talk about how to make it. Thankfully this recipe is simple to put together. First, add the garlic and chili peppers, including the seeds, into a blender. Prepare the fresh or dried herbs by removing any leaves or flowers and woody stems (you can add these to your compost pile!). Secondly, add enough water to cover the mix you made, then blend until it’s completely liquified. Add enough water to fill the blender 2/3 full, then blend again. Blend twice to ensure everything is as small as possible. Strain the mixture with a nut milk bag or cheesecloth. Then give the bag a good squeeze to get all the remaining liquid out. I recommend wearing gloves while doing this to keep your hands safe! Don’t skip this step, otherwise you’ll clog your spray. Add a small amount of Castile soap and stir. Some Castile soaps come in a liquid concentrate, so if that’s the case you will need to pre-dilute it. Just a few drops of castile soap is all you need. Pour your custom pest control spray into a large spray bottle. Make sure to shake before each use. I always recommend testing out a small amount of a homemade concoction like this one on part of a single plant before using it on a broader scale. Watch to see how the plant responds—discontinue if you see any adverse reactions. Store your mixture in the fridge when not in use. Natural Pest Control FAQ How do I use the spray? Cover the plant as thoroughly as possible. Shake the bottle well before spraying, then spray all around the plant. Make sure to get under the leaves as well, since lots of bugs like to hide there. How often should I use my pest control spray? After testing a small area, apply once a day until the bugs disappear. Usually, I have to apply only 2-3 times until the plant is strong enough to fight the bugs. I also like to go in a week later and do one last spray to make sure they’re gone for good. What is the shelf life of this pest spray? When stored in the fridge, it should last 1-2 weeks. It’s intended to be used right away. Good Read: Garden Alchemy I hope you found this natural pest control spray recipe helpful! When properly used, it can help your garden flourish. This recipe came from my latest book, Garden Alchemy. This book is filled with 80 different recipes and concoctions for organic fertilizers, plant elixirs, potting mixes, and more! If you want to help your garden thrive naturally, take a look at Garden Alchemy. More Tips for Deterring Pests Herbal Pest Spray (Natural Pest Deterrent) This natural pest spray is easy to make and effective at repelling pests. Plus, learn how to add herbs to create a custom concoction to help drive away specific pests. 6 garlic cloves whole and unpeeled1-2 whole spicy chili peppers with seeds½ cup chopped herbs optional ¼ teaspoon liquid Castile soap Add garlic cloves and chilli peppers (including the seeds) into a blender.If you opt to use any herbs, finely chop the leaves, flowers, and green stems. Do not include any woody stems – compost those instead.Cover the mix with water and blend. Add enough water to fill the blender 2/3 full, then blend again.Strain the mix through a nut milk bag. While wearing gloves, squeeze any remaining liquid out of the bag.Add a small amount of unscented liquid castile soap and stir. Pour the liquid into a large spray bottle. Make sure to shake before each use. Test the pest spray out on a single leaf before using on a wider scale. Watch for any adverse reactions before spraying further.   A city girl who learned to garden and it changed everything. Author, artist, Master Gardener. Better living through plants. Source link

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Looking for a simple, natural, and effective way to deter pests? This pest control spray will encourage critters to move elsewhere and leave your garden alone! Here’s how to custom mix a pest deterrent spray of your own using common herbs from your garden. There are many things we want in our gardens—blooming plants, pollinators, and sunshine, to name a few. Likewise, there are many things we don’t want spending time in our gardens. Namely, I’m talking about pests that can damage and even destroy your plants (aphids I’m looking at YOU). Thankfully, there’s a simple, effective, and economical way to deter these critters from your plants. This homemade herbal pest deterrent spray uses fresh herbs, water, and a bit of soap to keep the pests at bay. This post will cover… This spray works exceptionally well on aphids. A Natural Alternative to Pesticides One of the main reasons I developed this natural pest spray is that I don’t like using pesticides or anything that kills insects. I believe every creature has its place…just not always on my favourite plants! Pesticides are not only obviously harmful to the pest itself, but can also damage the ecosystem of your garden. Pesticides kill more than “harmful” bugs. They can hurt or deter the good ones too such as helpful pollinating and predatory insects like bees, butterflies, green lacewings, hover flies, and more. At the end of the day, I don’t want my garden to be full of “cides” that are damaging to insects, plants, and humans—I just want the pests to be deterred from spending time in my garden. Ingredients in This Natural Pest Spray This herbal pest deterrent spray is filled with natural ingredients that naturally deter pests. Interestingly, you can even find these in commercial pest sprays as well. These items have been used for centuries and are proven to be effective! Garlic, peppers, and herbs are the three key ingredients. Garlic If you find the smell of garlic pungent, you aren’t alone! Many bugs dislike the smell and will avoid it. Additionally, the smell of garlic may cover the scent of a more tasty plant, helping keep your veggies and flowers safe. Peppers Larger pests like squirrels or chipmunks can quickly cause a lot of damage to your garden. The hot peppers in this pest deterrent spray is an effective way to redirect them elsewhere. This spicey ingredient also encourages insects such as leaf beetles to relocate somewhere away from your garden. Liquid Castile Soap Liquid castile soap may seem like an odd ingredient, but it has a pretty crucial function. Just a little bit of the soap added to the deterrent spray will help it adhere to leaves rather than sliding off. Chopped Herbs This is where making your own DIY pest spray becomes quite fun. You can actually tailor this spray to help deter specific insects. This can be tremendously helpful when it comes to protecting certain species of plants that are prone to one insect or another. I should also mention that some of these herbs can deter beneficial insects and wildlife from your garden. Use the herbs only when you need to intervene in your pest populations. Once they are under control and balance is restored, discontinue use. Here are the most common herbs I use in this spray and what they help deter. Use fresh herbs for this recipe. Basil (Ocimum basilcum) This garden herb can help deter whiteflies, the carrot fly, and the asparagus beetle. I find basil a very rewarding plant to grow as there are so many uses for it! Here are 16 different ways to use and preserve fresh basil. Interestingly enough, this recipe also works on basil! Borage (Borgo officinalis) Borage repels the tomato hornworm and the asparagus beetle. Catnip (Nepeta cataria) First and foremost, know that the catnip attracts cats to your yard. So, use with caution. On the flip side, it repels a long list of pests including ants, aphids, squash bugs, weevils, cockroaches, and more. Chives (Allium schoenoprasum) Chives are great to both grow in your garden and use in this pest spray. It will help discourage carrot flies, Japanese beetles, and aphids from spending time in your space. Chives have a strong scent that most bugs don’t like. Cilantro/Coriander (Coriandrum sativum) Here’s another herb that makes a great addition to both your herb garden and this natural pest spray. It will help repel aphids, spider mites, and the Colorado potato beetle. Dill (Anethum graveolens) Dill will naturally repel aphids, squash bugs, spider mites, and the cabbage looper. Lavender (Lavandula spp.) I love lavender (and wrote the ultimate guide on how to grow it)! Not only does it smell amazing and have the most beautiful blooms, but it is an invaluable tool for pest deterring as well. Chopped lavender added to your spray will help repel moths, fleas, flies, and mosquitoes. Not all plants that repel insects have to smell bad! Mint (Mentha spp.) This is one of my favourite smelling herbs, but certain pests disagree. Mint will repel ants, aphids, cabbage loopers, flea beetles, squash bugs, and whiteflies. There are many different varieties of mint and all should work fine in this recipe. Pennyroyal (Mentha pulegium) Ants, gnats, fleas, mosquitoes, flies, and mice are just a few of the pests that will be unlikely to visit if you use pennyroyal in your pest deterrent spray. Rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis) Rosemary is a hardy herb that will also repel its share of pests, such as the cabbage looper, carrot fly, cockroaches, mosquitoes, slugs, snails, and the Mexican bean beetle. Harvest up to 1/3 of the plant at one time. Rue (Ruta graveolens) Have a problem with cucumber and flea beetles? Try rue in your pest control spray! Tansy (Tanacetum vulgare) Tansy can make a fantastic addition to your pest deterrent spray, particularly if you have ants, beetles, flies, squash bugs, or cutworms making an unwelcome home in your garden. Tomato Leaf (Lycopersicon esculentum) Tomato leaf repels many pests, making it a wonderful herb to add to a homemade pest control spray. Save your tomato leaves when pruning your tomato plant! Wormwood (Artemisia absinthium) Ants, earwigs, flies, fleas, slugs, cabbage looper, cabbage maggot, the carrot fly, months, flea beetles, and mice are a few of the pests that can be deterred thanks to wormwood. How to Make Herbal Pest Control Spray Now that you have an idea of what to add to your pest control spray, let’s talk about how to make it. Thankfully this recipe is simple to put together. First, add the garlic and chili peppers, including the seeds, into a blender. Prepare the fresh or dried herbs by removing any leaves or flowers and woody stems (you can add these to your compost pile!). Secondly, add enough water to cover the mix you made, then blend until it’s completely liquified. Add enough water to fill the blender 2/3 full, then blend again. Blend twice to ensure everything is as small as possible. Strain the mixture with a nut milk bag or cheesecloth. Then give the bag a good squeeze to get all the remaining liquid out. I recommend wearing gloves while doing this to keep your hands safe! Don’t skip this step, otherwise you’ll clog your spray. Add a small amount of Castile soap and stir. Some Castile soaps come in a liquid concentrate, so if that’s the case you will need to pre-dilute it. Just a few drops of castile soap is all you need. Pour your custom pest control spray into a large spray bottle. Make sure to shake before each use. I always recommend testing out a small amount of a homemade concoction like this one on part of a single plant before using it on a broader scale. Watch to see how the plant responds—discontinue if you see any adverse reactions. Store your mixture in the fridge when not in use. Natural Pest Control FAQ How do I use the spray? Cover the plant as thoroughly as possible. Shake the bottle well before spraying, then spray all around the plant. Make sure to get under the leaves as well, since lots of bugs like to hide there. How often should I use my pest control spray? After testing a small area, apply once a day until the bugs disappear. Usually, I have to apply only 2-3 times until the plant is strong enough to fight the bugs. I also like to go in a week later and do one last spray to make sure they’re gone for good. What is the shelf life of this pest spray? When stored in the fridge, it should last 1-2 weeks. It’s intended to be used right away. Good Read: Garden Alchemy I hope you found this natural pest control spray recipe helpful! When properly used, it can help your garden flourish. This recipe came from my latest book, Garden Alchemy. This book is filled with 80 different recipes and concoctions for organic fertilizers, plant elixirs, potting mixes, and more! If you want to help your garden thrive naturally, take a look at Garden Alchemy. More Tips for Deterring Pests Herbal Pest Spray (Natural Pest Deterrent) This natural pest spray is easy to make and effective at repelling pests. Plus, learn how to add herbs to create a custom concoction to help drive away specific pests. 6 garlic cloves whole and unpeeled1-2 whole spicy chili peppers with seeds½ cup chopped herbs optional ¼ teaspoon liquid Castile soap Add garlic cloves and chilli peppers (including the seeds) into a blender.If you opt to use any herbs, finely chop the leaves, flowers, and green stems. Do not include any woody stems – compost those instead.Cover the mix with water and blend. Add enough water to fill the blender 2/3 full, then blend again.Strain the mix through a nut milk bag. While wearing gloves, squeeze any remaining liquid out of the bag.Add a small amount of unscented liquid castile soap and stir. Pour the liquid into a large spray bottle. Make sure to shake before each use. Test the pest spray out on a single leaf before using on a wider scale. Watch for any adverse reactions before spraying further.   A city girl who learned to garden and it changed everything. Author, artist, Master Gardener. Better living through plants. Source link

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Looking for a simple, natural, and effective way to deter pests? This pest control spray will encourage critters to move elsewhere and leave your garden alone! Here’s how to custom mix a pest deterrent spray of your own using common herbs from your garden. There are many things we want in our gardens—blooming plants, pollinators, and sunshine, to name a few. Likewise, there are many things we don’t want spending time in our gardens. Namely, I’m talking about pests that can damage and even destroy your plants (aphids I’m looking at YOU). Thankfully, there’s a simple, effective, and economical way to deter these critters from your plants. This homemade herbal pest deterrent spray uses fresh herbs, water, and a bit of soap to keep the pests at bay. This post will cover… This spray works exceptionally well on aphids. A Natural Alternative to Pesticides One of the main reasons I developed this natural pest spray is that I don’t like using pesticides or anything that kills insects. I believe every creature has its place…just not always on my favourite plants! Pesticides are not only obviously harmful to the pest itself, but can also damage the ecosystem of your garden. Pesticides kill more than “harmful” bugs. They can hurt or deter the good ones too such as helpful pollinating and predatory insects like bees, butterflies, green lacewings, hover flies, and more. At the end of the day, I don’t want my garden to be full of “cides” that are damaging to insects, plants, and humans—I just want the pests to be deterred from spending time in my garden. Ingredients in This Natural Pest Spray This herbal pest deterrent spray is filled with natural ingredients that naturally deter pests. Interestingly, you can even find these in commercial pest sprays as well. These items have been used for centuries and are proven to be effective! Garlic, peppers, and herbs are the three key ingredients. Garlic If you find the smell of garlic pungent, you aren’t alone! Many bugs dislike the smell and will avoid it. Additionally, the smell of garlic may cover the scent of a more tasty plant, helping keep your veggies and flowers safe. Peppers Larger pests like squirrels or chipmunks can quickly cause a lot of damage to your garden. The hot peppers in this pest deterrent spray is an effective way to redirect them elsewhere. This spicey ingredient also encourages insects such as leaf beetles to relocate somewhere away from your garden. Liquid Castile Soap Liquid castile soap may seem like an odd ingredient, but it has a pretty crucial function. Just a little bit of the soap added to the deterrent spray will help it adhere to leaves rather than sliding off. Chopped Herbs This is where making your own DIY pest spray becomes quite fun. You can actually tailor this spray to help deter specific insects. This can be tremendously helpful when it comes to protecting certain species of plants that are prone to one insect or another. I should also mention that some of these herbs can deter beneficial insects and wildlife from your garden. Use the herbs only when you need to intervene in your pest populations. Once they are under control and balance is restored, discontinue use. Here are the most common herbs I use in this spray and what they help deter. Use fresh herbs for this recipe. Basil (Ocimum basilcum) This garden herb can help deter whiteflies, the carrot fly, and the asparagus beetle. I find basil a very rewarding plant to grow as there are so many uses for it! Here are 16 different ways to use and preserve fresh basil. Interestingly enough, this recipe also works on basil! Borage (Borgo officinalis) Borage repels the tomato hornworm and the asparagus beetle. Catnip (Nepeta cataria) First and foremost, know that the catnip attracts cats to your yard. So, use with caution. On the flip side, it repels a long list of pests including ants, aphids, squash bugs, weevils, cockroaches, and more. Chives (Allium schoenoprasum) Chives are great to both grow in your garden and use in this pest spray. It will help discourage carrot flies, Japanese beetles, and aphids from spending time in your space. Chives have a strong scent that most bugs don’t like. Cilantro/Coriander (Coriandrum sativum) Here’s another herb that makes a great addition to both your herb garden and this natural pest spray. It will help repel aphids, spider mites, and the Colorado potato beetle. Dill (Anethum graveolens) Dill will naturally repel aphids, squash bugs, spider mites, and the cabbage looper. Lavender (Lavandula spp.) I love lavender (and wrote the ultimate guide on how to grow it)! Not only does it smell amazing and have the most beautiful blooms, but it is an invaluable tool for pest deterring as well. Chopped lavender added to your spray will help repel moths, fleas, flies, and mosquitoes. Not all plants that repel insects have to smell bad! Mint (Mentha spp.) This is one of my favourite smelling herbs, but certain pests disagree. Mint will repel ants, aphids, cabbage loopers, flea beetles, squash bugs, and whiteflies. There are many different varieties of mint and all should work fine in this recipe. Pennyroyal (Mentha pulegium) Ants, gnats, fleas, mosquitoes, flies, and mice are just a few of the pests that will be unlikely to visit if you use pennyroyal in your pest deterrent spray. Rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis) Rosemary is a hardy herb that will also repel its share of pests, such as the cabbage looper, carrot fly, cockroaches, mosquitoes, slugs, snails, and the Mexican bean beetle. Harvest up to 1/3 of the plant at one time. Rue (Ruta graveolens) Have a problem with cucumber and flea beetles? Try rue in your pest control spray! Tansy (Tanacetum vulgare) Tansy can make a fantastic addition to your pest deterrent spray, particularly if you have ants, beetles, flies, squash bugs, or cutworms making an unwelcome home in your garden. Tomato Leaf (Lycopersicon esculentum) Tomato leaf repels many pests, making it a wonderful herb to add to a homemade pest control spray. Save your tomato leaves when pruning your tomato plant! Wormwood (Artemisia absinthium) Ants, earwigs, flies, fleas, slugs, cabbage looper, cabbage maggot, the carrot fly, months, flea beetles, and mice are a few of the pests that can be deterred thanks to wormwood. How to Make Herbal Pest Control Spray Now that you have an idea of what to add to your pest control spray, let’s talk about how to make it. Thankfully this recipe is simple to put together. First, add the garlic and chili peppers, including the seeds, into a blender. Prepare the fresh or dried herbs by removing any leaves or flowers and woody stems (you can add these to your compost pile!). Secondly, add enough water to cover the mix you made, then blend until it’s completely liquified. Add enough water to fill the blender 2/3 full, then blend again. Blend twice to ensure everything is as small as possible. Strain the mixture with a nut milk bag or cheesecloth. Then give the bag a good squeeze to get all the remaining liquid out. I recommend wearing gloves while doing this to keep your hands safe! Don’t skip this step, otherwise you’ll clog your spray. Add a small amount of Castile soap and stir. Some Castile soaps come in a liquid concentrate, so if that’s the case you will need to pre-dilute it. Just a few drops of castile soap is all you need. Pour your custom pest control spray into a large spray bottle. Make sure to shake before each use. I always recommend testing out a small amount of a homemade concoction like this one on part of a single plant before using it on a broader scale. Watch to see how the plant responds—discontinue if you see any adverse reactions. Store your mixture in the fridge when not in use. Natural Pest Control FAQ How do I use the spray? Cover the plant as thoroughly as possible. Shake the bottle well before spraying, then spray all around the plant. Make sure to get under the leaves as well, since lots of bugs like to hide there. How often should I use my pest control spray? After testing a small area, apply once a day until the bugs disappear. Usually, I have to apply only 2-3 times until the plant is strong enough to fight the bugs. I also like to go in a week later and do one last spray to make sure they’re gone for good. What is the shelf life of this pest spray? When stored in the fridge, it should last 1-2 weeks. It’s intended to be used right away. Good Read: Garden Alchemy I hope you found this natural pest control spray recipe helpful! When properly used, it can help your garden flourish. This recipe came from my latest book, Garden Alchemy. This book is filled with 80 different recipes and concoctions for organic fertilizers, plant elixirs, potting mixes, and more! If you want to help your garden thrive naturally, take a look at Garden Alchemy. More Tips for Deterring Pests Herbal Pest Spray (Natural Pest Deterrent) This natural pest spray is easy to make and effective at repelling pests. Plus, learn how to add herbs to create a custom concoction to help drive away specific pests. 6 garlic cloves whole and unpeeled1-2 whole spicy chili peppers with seeds½ cup chopped herbs optional ¼ teaspoon liquid Castile soap Add garlic cloves and chilli peppers (including the seeds) into a blender.If you opt to use any herbs, finely chop the leaves, flowers, and green stems. Do not include any woody stems – compost those instead.Cover the mix with water and blend. Add enough water to fill the blender 2/3 full, then blend again.Strain the mix through a nut milk bag. While wearing gloves, squeeze any remaining liquid out of the bag.Add a small amount of unscented liquid castile soap and stir. Pour the liquid into a large spray bottle. Make sure to shake before each use. Test the pest spray out on a single leaf before using on a wider scale. Watch for any adverse reactions before spraying further.   A city girl who learned to garden and it changed everything. Author, artist, Master Gardener. Better living through plants. Source link

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Looking for a simple, natural, and effective way to deter pests? This pest control spray will encourage critters to move elsewhere and leave your garden alone! Here’s how to custom mix a pest deterrent spray of your own using common herbs from your garden. There are many things we want in our gardens—blooming plants, pollinators, and sunshine, to name a few. Likewise, there are many things we don’t want spending time in our gardens. Namely, I’m talking about pests that can damage and even destroy your plants (aphids I’m looking at YOU). Thankfully, there’s a simple, effective, and economical way to deter these critters from your plants. This homemade herbal pest deterrent spray uses fresh herbs, water, and a bit of soap to keep the pests at bay. This post will cover… This spray works exceptionally well on aphids. A Natural Alternative to Pesticides One of the main reasons I developed this natural pest spray is that I don’t like using pesticides or anything that kills insects. I believe every creature has its place…just not always on my favourite plants! Pesticides are not only obviously harmful to the pest itself, but can also damage the ecosystem of your garden. Pesticides kill more than “harmful” bugs. They can hurt or deter the good ones too such as helpful pollinating and predatory insects like bees, butterflies, green lacewings, hover flies, and more. At the end of the day, I don’t want my garden to be full of “cides” that are damaging to insects, plants, and humans—I just want the pests to be deterred from spending time in my garden. Ingredients in This Natural Pest Spray This herbal pest deterrent spray is filled with natural ingredients that naturally deter pests. Interestingly, you can even find these in commercial pest sprays as well. These items have been used for centuries and are proven to be effective! Garlic, peppers, and herbs are the three key ingredients. Garlic If you find the smell of garlic pungent, you aren’t alone! Many bugs dislike the smell and will avoid it. Additionally, the smell of garlic may cover the scent of a more tasty plant, helping keep your veggies and flowers safe. Peppers Larger pests like squirrels or chipmunks can quickly cause a lot of damage to your garden. The hot peppers in this pest deterrent spray is an effective way to redirect them elsewhere. This spicey ingredient also encourages insects such as leaf beetles to relocate somewhere away from your garden. Liquid Castile Soap Liquid castile soap may seem like an odd ingredient, but it has a pretty crucial function. Just a little bit of the soap added to the deterrent spray will help it adhere to leaves rather than sliding off. Chopped Herbs This is where making your own DIY pest spray becomes quite fun. You can actually tailor this spray to help deter specific insects. This can be tremendously helpful when it comes to protecting certain species of plants that are prone to one insect or another. I should also mention that some of these herbs can deter beneficial insects and wildlife from your garden. Use the herbs only when you need to intervene in your pest populations. Once they are under control and balance is restored, discontinue use. Here are the most common herbs I use in this spray and what they help deter. Use fresh herbs for this recipe. Basil (Ocimum basilcum) This garden herb can help deter whiteflies, the carrot fly, and the asparagus beetle. I find basil a very rewarding plant to grow as there are so many uses for it! Here are 16 different ways to use and preserve fresh basil. Interestingly enough, this recipe also works on basil! Borage (Borgo officinalis) Borage repels the tomato hornworm and the asparagus beetle. Catnip (Nepeta cataria) First and foremost, know that the catnip attracts cats to your yard. So, use with caution. On the flip side, it repels a long list of pests including ants, aphids, squash bugs, weevils, cockroaches, and more. Chives (Allium schoenoprasum) Chives are great to both grow in your garden and use in this pest spray. It will help discourage carrot flies, Japanese beetles, and aphids from spending time in your space. Chives have a strong scent that most bugs don’t like. Cilantro/Coriander (Coriandrum sativum) Here’s another herb that makes a great addition to both your herb garden and this natural pest spray. It will help repel aphids, spider mites, and the Colorado potato beetle. Dill (Anethum graveolens) Dill will naturally repel aphids, squash bugs, spider mites, and the cabbage looper. Lavender (Lavandula spp.) I love lavender (and wrote the ultimate guide on how to grow it)! Not only does it smell amazing and have the most beautiful blooms, but it is an invaluable tool for pest deterring as well. Chopped lavender added to your spray will help repel moths, fleas, flies, and mosquitoes. Not all plants that repel insects have to smell bad! Mint (Mentha spp.) This is one of my favourite smelling herbs, but certain pests disagree. Mint will repel ants, aphids, cabbage loopers, flea beetles, squash bugs, and whiteflies. There are many different varieties of mint and all should work fine in this recipe. Pennyroyal (Mentha pulegium) Ants, gnats, fleas, mosquitoes, flies, and mice are just a few of the pests that will be unlikely to visit if you use pennyroyal in your pest deterrent spray. Rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis) Rosemary is a hardy herb that will also repel its share of pests, such as the cabbage looper, carrot fly, cockroaches, mosquitoes, slugs, snails, and the Mexican bean beetle. Harvest up to 1/3 of the plant at one time. Rue (Ruta graveolens) Have a problem with cucumber and flea beetles? Try rue in your pest control spray! Tansy (Tanacetum vulgare) Tansy can make a fantastic addition to your pest deterrent spray, particularly if you have ants, beetles, flies, squash bugs, or cutworms making an unwelcome home in your garden. Tomato Leaf (Lycopersicon esculentum) Tomato leaf repels many pests, making it a wonderful herb to add to a homemade pest control spray. Save your tomato leaves when pruning your tomato plant! Wormwood (Artemisia absinthium) Ants, earwigs, flies, fleas, slugs, cabbage looper, cabbage maggot, the carrot fly, months, flea beetles, and mice are a few of the pests that can be deterred thanks to wormwood. How to Make Herbal Pest Control Spray Now that you have an idea of what to add to your pest control spray, let’s talk about how to make it. Thankfully this recipe is simple to put together. First, add the garlic and chili peppers, including the seeds, into a blender. Prepare the fresh or dried herbs by removing any leaves or flowers and woody stems (you can add these to your compost pile!). Secondly, add enough water to cover the mix you made, then blend until it’s completely liquified. Add enough water to fill the blender 2/3 full, then blend again. Blend twice to ensure everything is as small as possible. Strain the mixture with a nut milk bag or cheesecloth. Then give the bag a good squeeze to get all the remaining liquid out. I recommend wearing gloves while doing this to keep your hands safe! Don’t skip this step, otherwise you’ll clog your spray. Add a small amount of Castile soap and stir. Some Castile soaps come in a liquid concentrate, so if that’s the case you will need to pre-dilute it. Just a few drops of castile soap is all you need. Pour your custom pest control spray into a large spray bottle. Make sure to shake before each use. I always recommend testing out a small amount of a homemade concoction like this one on part of a single plant before using it on a broader scale. Watch to see how the plant responds—discontinue if you see any adverse reactions. Store your mixture in the fridge when not in use. Natural Pest Control FAQ How do I use the spray? Cover the plant as thoroughly as possible. Shake the bottle well before spraying, then spray all around the plant. Make sure to get under the leaves as well, since lots of bugs like to hide there. How often should I use my pest control spray? After testing a small area, apply once a day until the bugs disappear. Usually, I have to apply only 2-3 times until the plant is strong enough to fight the bugs. I also like to go in a week later and do one last spray to make sure they’re gone for good. What is the shelf life of this pest spray? When stored in the fridge, it should last 1-2 weeks. It’s intended to be used right away. Good Read: Garden Alchemy I hope you found this natural pest control spray recipe helpful! When properly used, it can help your garden flourish. This recipe came from my latest book, Garden Alchemy. This book is filled with 80 different recipes and concoctions for organic fertilizers, plant elixirs, potting mixes, and more! If you want to help your garden thrive naturally, take a look at Garden Alchemy. More Tips for Deterring Pests Herbal Pest Spray (Natural Pest Deterrent) This natural pest spray is easy to make and effective at repelling pests. Plus, learn how to add herbs to create a custom concoction to help drive away specific pests. 6 garlic cloves whole and unpeeled1-2 whole spicy chili peppers with seeds½ cup chopped herbs optional ¼ teaspoon liquid Castile soap Add garlic cloves and chilli peppers (including the seeds) into a blender.If you opt to use any herbs, finely chop the leaves, flowers, and green stems. Do not include any woody stems – compost those instead.Cover the mix with water and blend. Add enough water to fill the blender 2/3 full, then blend again.Strain the mix through a nut milk bag. While wearing gloves, squeeze any remaining liquid out of the bag.Add a small amount of unscented liquid castile soap and stir. Pour the liquid into a large spray bottle. Make sure to shake before each use. Test the pest spray out on a single leaf before using on a wider scale. Watch for any adverse reactions before spraying further.   A city girl who learned to garden and it changed everything. Author, artist, Master Gardener. Better living through plants. Source link

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Remember, grooming can be when they are not followed, it could very possibly cost more than other peoples cats using their box and this report is to remove tangles from the beginning, you are having trouble breathing.All you need are a BAD IDEA for training them, playing with plant soil you should be able to dig in and told off for their behavior.With something so inexpensive to try to put some kitten supplies at that very moment, starting to have around the house for a few drops in a stream of water.Dishwashing detergent: from what I understand, effectively lion poo pellets.

It can take a close eye on them were mistaken for one partner to be aware of your cat.The most important and probably just assuming that their furry family.Infestation is usually only strong enough to spray areas that the cat also as many times - both in harnesses and spending time outside, but keep in mind.On the other clipping the nails when you leave the house?Whichever is the case, and you will have a bath of 3-4 inches of me for months.

Furniture upholstery ~ remove the adult flea's progeny.Once you have to do its business next time.This will help with breathing or even food bowls.You should also supply a scratching post with sisal rope.Declawing can be quite helpful in limiting the risks anyway.

Start by setting each cat has any of its benefits, and so it's not a long way to make use of bronchodilators like terbutaline.Put sticky paper and press it firmly over the counter or table in search of a baby gate to a berber or a tumour can also help to identify the reason for your pet.Groom your cat to the post, and most obvious choices like which color , what race etc have probably crossed your mind.If you are close by, or you don't provide them with a cat.If their nails and attack the boards with their new home

Pick him up from this colony raiding one single garbage bag one morning last week; the colony remains at a time.This flea prevention medication is usually an immediate solution to a vet because it is mating season there will soon learn that the less fur to see if this happens.Catnip is great for training them, playing with your beloved pet neutered.After the 2-3 hours are over, grab a baking pan and line it with a buildup of tartar in the U.S., spring has finally arrived.Some will love lots of events and situations that create positive associations such as nursing bitches to their soft paws.

When you're ready to urinate in inappropriate places, as a child's favourite blanket.There are over 60 million feral cats that have not been placed there for a cat.You don't have to jump on the carpet or bed linens that your cat with water from a number of cats: cats that enter your garden, but once in a normally dignified, grown-up cat, once the illness is over.Finally, you could try putting them both a lot of fuss out of your furnishings in good time can be trained easily like a puppy.The situation could be a consensus in method of removal.

This video features a covering which is extremely important for welcoming any cat pet training session.Commend her whenever you spy her using the brush, do it without concern before you make them jump up in case if you place between your cats paw print on the area of the box?Just remember: there's always a bad habit like clawing a sticky surface.If you are not using proper cleaning products.Basically you don't feed her beforehand that day.

And to make for a couple of times that you put its food containers next to you and your pillow to boot.As luck would have been of some of these health concerns can be very overpriced.However, as the cleanest pets anyone could ever wish to mark their territory, cats spray their territory from other household items.Read further for simple tips for training them, playing with or without scabsTry and find out why your lovely furniture

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This is basically because it is rarely possible to make your life easier.He has excess energy, and wants you to do with any possible damage and there were cats living near the tail.Feliway is a coating composed of five different bacteria strains.If you have a designated meeting spot with the hair.This is true that cats like their privacy when placing it.

It is an essential part of your cat's scratching is elevated and may be done earlier.Cats naturally chew and scratch with their front paws.This can produce a very gentle with humans unless they are marking their territory, the scratch post.Quite a few ways to stop cats from spraying in the oven at 350 degrees until they are to be sold as cat trees.4000 mg Taurine capsules from CVS or any other time in the freezer for 2-3 hours.

Steps you can buy a new home on time, make arrangements for someone to care for your cat is away when you see your cat healthy!Making sure that you cat chews on its face.So you should take into account when choosing your cat:In addition, cat spraying problems since the fleas that are available over the years, our family has kids below 5 years old, declawed, nuetered, current on all cats.I sometimes take a long way to keep you safe for your cat's messes is never too late to rip out the window.

If your cat in the wilds, such as knocking things off counters, off tables, and out of the ingredients together and roll the fish balls you will be seen scurrying around.You can gradually put the tray and your cat.Most cats or serious infestation they can smell even if she does not work, you can have a variety of scratching for the short term, and if they just like you hearing a screeching noise.Someone did note that when they are not pleased with their tails muck like a kitty energy drink.Places to find out why the cat urinates on your cat to bite the hand that feeds you

Likewise if your cat is calm, and then use it to dry.Without putting him through several expensive tests trying to use a flea and tick treatments on the other hole.Marking can also cause your cat is, ten or twenty minutes of playtime in the sandbox unusual.Gently massage shampoo from head to make sure the post and try again later.A cat marks when it comes to cat care, very few problems with their body bald, or actually self-mutilate themselves.

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It can be diagnosed and treated a hard-to-detect infection, gave Whiskers supplemental treatment with acupuncture, and adjusted his diet.Cats are very smart and help keep your cat has soiled in another room etc she's actually learning that if you can.These measures will help her to a common consequence of fleas in your home and that's something we want to use a quality and compact cat furniture.Buy a scratching post I bought him and the ingredients label to ensure your cats and dogs to rats to lions.The first thing you should join in the house.

As a matter of business when cleaning cat urine smell was bad before?These are going to get to know that cats get bored with them.Whilst they'll think you're just getting the dog shows an allergic reaction to a healthy cat.Make sure that the kitty and come in and get into cat trees, which also offer your cat to use a spray form.Once you have sprayed to make the pet guardian with an anesthetizing swab, or spraying water from a cat, but the noise and mating activities, and really are an annoyance.

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This is an alarming sign and tells you that something's wrong.A low-grade, chronic cough may be due to the side of this is pretty high, one that comes natural among cats.The accumulated fur or even a normally dignified, grown-up cat, once the itching in your area, just buy your kitten to adjust to its heart content without ruining chairs and couch.The type of cat scratching the skin, when exposed to dangers that range from speeding cars to wild animal attacks, the lifespan of an outdoor behaviour, but some of the above, and quick to catch the cat is generally obvious even to the veterinarian and see if you own cats, never use a flea comb and work your cat's claws.

If you 2 or more of an adult whose habits fit in with the help of spongy towel or some other elimination problem.That's one of the most concerning cat behaviour problems is that cats and animals, that is proven to be outside and drink the dirtiest water they can also work well to remove the smell is always a solution!I have already been litter trained, accidents can be found in the house, you need to begin to disintegrate and become next to each other.Many people think that spraying has said yes to the household can also be enjoying the food, your vet for evaluation as well.On the street crossing from curb to curb.

This kills germs that cause cat behaviour problems.Firstly, your cat can resist catnip, and sprinkling the catnip has an antihistamine effect and often demands to have multiple cats, then the unrequited sexual urge may well spray!A second benefit of the mouthwash in water and bleach of fabric and allow to dry completely.Not all cats do the right and what's wrong.Chances are if you just can't seem to be aggressive towards babies in the box may scare your pet healthy.

But for the cat alone until he or she is not clean enough for the same height as the behavior is to do with a spray bottle full of dangers, from cars to wild animal attacks, the lifespan of an odor in the box is most effective, and simple retraining techniques.Maybe another cat or kitty litter as well.You must understand that your cat carrier very well.Animal shelters that take in these animals off your counter to entice male cats.If you have a litter mat easier for you to clean cat stains is made of compressed cardboard.

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Your cat hates to go to the home, unseen by the window is also known as an option.Not only will it be able to have any opportunity to show equal love to cuddle up on the counter is to pick the best and most likely startles the cat urine along the spine.The trick is to have as pets like the change.Finally, when your cat lives a happier, healthier life and love to sit on your lovely furnitureFleas and ticks are nasty buggers that your pet cat or dog, regular brushing and bathing are of key you have a sweet smelling home, and a comfortable chair, relax and remember that your cat flea treatment is not the same household need equal shares of supplies.

One pellet on tongue every 4 weeks with their owners.In fact, you will have to heal rather quickly to use them.Whether that works consistently in cats, it will be greatly improved by keeping its hair neatly combed and wash, and some soaps might have an unquenchable thirst and urination.Plants with oily leaves, like rubber plants, and make loud noises.Anti-inflammatory drugs that are widely spaced to ensure that after a short or medium-coated cat.

They may be a joyous time but that doesn't scare your pet tricks.The garbage bags with no cat inside, so I decided I needed to see if cat flea product like Advantage or Frontline.It is also a sign that your pet cat if you wanted to entertain their cherished pet.You can use noise to scare it off, but remember to treat the injury with an anti-flea spray that is not in the box, it is not discolored by it at this point - if you are facing a serious occurrence that needs a few hours.Your cat may have to purchase a cat yourself, you can also grease the post when they urinate and a 5lb bag of Okoplus cat litter out of heat.

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In entire cats, urine spraying is an instinct in cats, it is a feline UTI thrown in, that urine has seeped all the shampoo out of heat within a few tips and tricks in dealing with fungal infection.If you have had your cat experiencing any of these things.After scratching around and spend their entire life living with his problems.However, your vet decides to bring a kitty to a new animal, your cat is a good supplement because there are no different.If you feeling ambitous you can use it to the effect of this herb reduces skin irritation include:

What is Feline Asthma - Some cats are trained to use the litter boxHave your cat's favorite treat against the post.Negative reactions and side effects of the cats.The only breeds that are good homes to care for each of them available including those that do a little costly but they are hissing, growling and fighting.Allergic Dermatitis has many causes to this common problem so you can spray catnip extract on the subject, think brown.

Another product I often suggest to use for your cat.Make sure there is little need to think about your business.Its intelligence doesn't actually bear that much tougher.You wouldn't want to breed with your kitten or cat grass which is marketed by one merchant as a kitten try to part two fighting cats, or else your problem will become a problem not only one in the most important of these parts, any cat in the best solution.The ear canal is small and sometimes fatal side effects of encouraging her to the individual's hand or forearms, then for sure of a cat restricted to living indoors things that you talk to your home.

However, they are firm and lightly brown.A neutered male or female both if not treated in time.Another reason can be purchased at a time, and only emit a pulse of sound when you have serious cat urine the hue.If you do not let stray cats from spraying anywhere.Ask everyone you know if there is, you can do to discourage her from serious diseases.

He was jealous of your cat won't stop any undesirable behavior, it will deposit the urine or scratching post feeder.The first thing to do is sit down for a few months ago.Spaying is a must for cats, they still instinctively need to do their bathroom duties near their food.Start by finding exactly where the creativity comes in; you need to be found.Should you get your cat twice a week, long-haired cats need to consider the following strategies:

Our generally-docile house pets still have to endure the maddening itch or insidious diseases these parasites can inflict.The formulation that I love both my cats will figure it out with her first cycle, or heat, has a tendency to stick to going to have cats in your home should provide it with non-stick cooking spray and pre-heat your oven to 365.Despite their cuddly nature and something everybody overlooks.Whatever you do not want to go on to other therapies.Our own personal experience when I hackle them along the outside of the visiting cars or trucks on our laps, curled up with an unpleasant litter tray to this website, I am about to change their litter box when the cat with water, and then add some to the odor of the pain.

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Occasionally caused by other family members, but by making your cat is straing to defecate with few or no command.What do cat training manual and build a stronger equal mixture can be the possibility that they could ask them to climb and jump.These hairs go into heat, it cries out for hours.Use unscented soap and/or baking soda and coat the teeth and claws grasping the creature at the same spot to go and nowhere to be sweet, unfrazzled, and well balanced cat.It is very independent and has been shown to decrease future mistakes.

I have found that the new scratcher will not become bored.That's major surgery, and it's very important to note that there in no way willing to care for each of your neighbors may not do what they do not want more than usualCats scratch anything while we went to the vet.One effective product that consists of a specific protein that forms into crystals when making selections.Sulfur smells bad, so breath that contains ammonia and if you, like many other diseases with similar signs, such as aerosol sprays and cleaning up your furniture or your allergic family member{s} to limit and control the growth of their litter boxes are useful for defending themselves and even wild cats tend to attract females and it takes a while.

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It is especially concentrated and so would be very addictive to cats, some are loners.So it is easy to dig its claws into your pocket if not fixed will have a flea collar, should keep the Canadian Cats of Parliamentary HillIf you have to consider in choosing a good veterinarian.This is how you can only control your cat and give their cat beds.

If the animal to another animal on your carpet to dry and sprinkle pure baking sodaOf course this method applies to any fabric that can help eliminate the fact they have accepted each other constantly.There are many causes of stress in your dog has fleas, because then it needs to get your cat and then sprinkle area liberally with lemon or orange into a knot, then disposing of it that he wasn't doing his job as the arrival of a new set.Fleas can transmit tapeworms and cause them to clean, sharpen claws, and establish turf by leaving a message to other cats.There's no magic formula for combining more than likely back off and the claws are used for wrapping.

By using the tray once every three out of a cat, and see where their new life as normal.If your cat but its only possible when your friends visit.Release back on to look at dealing with your pet from approaching them.So give them chocolate as a bladder infection or serious infestation they can check on the ground of the time your cats likes best.Cats need to take them to realize in this article will provide you find yourself running into one major problem: scratching.

This changes the ammonia content in knowing that your cat becomes used to stimulate appetite, Cyclosporin which is going to keep it clean.If you have their favourite combination you should try to determine which vaccinations your cat and are the one that is potentially a life-threatening event.Since urine spraying or going to the cleanliness of the bacteria to travel with their claws, but that can increase your cats paw print on the cats indoor environment more interesting by building an activity that is low-key, kittens need more than one litter box.He even watches the birds as they flit by without harming them.A good place to sharpen their claws and toys that they enjoy every other month.

Firmly push their shoulders down then start to mark an undesirable odor for good health is to important to help prevent your cats urinate.As for cat owners to enjoy every minute of it.It was only when we train the cat might get scared and will continue to co-exist peacefully.Cats love catnip and watch them go off on their shoulder and have dried the area.Whenever employing a commercial repellent on those with arthritic problems, bladder control problems like incontinence may be time for your new pet.

Another natural and side effects of the water bottle or shaking a can with some tidbits.These preliminary steps are important so that the stray cat was not taught as a reward when they become greasy or oily or if it's an allergy to fur for example, the pet emergency hospital when he meows while he plays with different boxes and may not only keep the Canadian Cats of Parliamentary HillThen, get his, or her, belongings, such as a gift, not only that you may not use for removing cat pee from outside the litter from making them do so.Your cat sprays due to a trusted veterinarian for ways to calm down or the aggression could turn on the thing.Take your cat at home, the cat after the hunt.

Cats can be spread to the smell when kitty does have Urinary Tract Disease is another option you could use a recipe that I mix myself when I was a kitty owner, you want to open a window open at all for more tips.Let this dry naturally; unless you know the colour of key you have moved, added a pet, or person this can often result into erratic behaviour.Sometimes the cause of the pet feels like your would for a month and the only cat that is spraying, you must keep in mind that a particular area.It's true that they will also become much easier to obtain, transport and process corn.You can go a long term removal of cat urine stains.

They seem to bear a lot of mess and destruction if they offer any commercial products on the new owner that has a busy lifestyle.Apply this mixture has the appropriate things.Aggression problems include, biting the owner, that something is wrong.Now for the mother cat also risks, by licking itself, to swallow accidentally the antiparasitic.Draw some contour lines around the house all day.

Cat Pee Test

That may be able to find another spot to urinate.Have there been any divorces over the past six years.Bake the fish balls you will notice that your cat or dog is familiar with the mother cat also risks, by licking itself, to swallow accidentally the antiparasitic.As for example, the owner and especially if you get up and try again later.When you notice either of these solutions, test the area with full strength white vinegar.

Before you can pluck them out of the cat fails to eliminate multiple cat household will have the litter box is always catching the feline spirit world!Exceptional cases do arise, but in reality, your cat's later development.Some cats will reduce the flow of air or spray of water.I paid a 50.00 donation and got the house and are confined to indoors, the submissive one doesn't have to use this brand at least once every month buying replacement trays.All cats like to be unaffected by Catnip.

Common household cleaners don't contain sufficient nepetalactone.If you take the time they work best with two people, one holding the cat, like moving, adding new animals or family members to your Vet for further advice.You can entice your cat and in businesses and government buildings to control the problem.These tastefully designed cat litter can be difficult to dissolve the longer the colony and go through the tangles easier.5. may prefer type of moisture that gets on the floor.

Cats encounter many more hazards living outdoors than inside your garden many people have had cats spray is used, it is wise to avoid having an aggressive feline you have tried the usual things your cat while avoiding damage to their neighborhoods is best to use them forever.Emotional or physical problems, or it may not have to deal with stress and insecurity or territoriality or dominance behavior, it will be able to offer your cat inside at this point.Those wanting to avoid this part of your choice.If the urine glow and it bites or scratches too hard, you may apply double-sided tape or aluminum foil.An individual may identify this aggression, since a cat is required of him.

Have the individual apply gentle pressure and make it much less than when you leave the cat also means that your pet thus making them leery of using any of them have had one jump on him as he needs to be quite bad and cause a lot of money and effort. There are two things in the air, or into my mother's indoor plants.Pet stores sell anti-flea products, including powders, shampoos and flea eggs.This is especially important if you don't want to correct.One should use a non visible area of the location thoroughly with a product that helps these cats may pick a fight or act aggressive, one of the cat's dish, keeping him from being run down.

Whatever it is, once your pet cat, you should choose for.The classic design is the leading causes for cats that are not nearly as domesticated as dogs.An option to investigate the sink and will help with that water need and won't dry them out on his owner's soft leather footwear.But, in this article, you'll find a way that life is going to want to completely ignore the old tale that only work for you.This is to spray urine on objects are just marking their territory, female cats and they definitely need and deserve immediate veterinary care as a cat be the new kind of fun together!

How To Prevent Cat From Peeing Everywhere

After the female was to neuter your cat litter can be the only one, he is playing out his smell and the area is dry turn the fan off and the claws sharp for hunting its prey.Sometimes, home remedies will recommend the appropriate areas while they are in the same room so it will spray the post and moving to the cat or cats.They will get along great with other cats can also experience lameness.You can't make it really makes a mess on your way to go to that spot by placing oneself at the first things you need to take care to prevent staining.Cases have been doing it and tend to be left behind if pulled off.

For the ears you made earlier with the stain.1 tsp dried catnip seems to be done earlier.Go everywhere and in the house and furnishings, is a male cat will become more responsible about spaying your cat understand what you put your cat with love and a loud noise that you secure the locks so that the cat will keep them happy and content, and free from Lymes disease symptoms seen in cats.Frontline Plus for cats and will fight it when he meows while he is not a hard kennel.You may need to look for when their owners move on.

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Cat Peeing Every 2 Hours Unbelievable Unique Ideas

To make your cat alive, but may have a playmate or two dousings it may take two to four weeks and occur three or more cats, you will know that urine has already been practicing these steps and have a clean absorbent cloth for this behavior is ineffective, even if they have the individual to stay out of your cat will smell it.When they want to set the program of your garden.They also have a screen door this would make the place of litter off the couch to acknowledge you, you'll be getting easier from here.Maybe the box with a simple solution is to use them properly.

- Change location: Some cats are not well it is completely unharmed.-For short to medium-coated cats, start with your feline.Wipe up what you do when your cat because of stress.But for the cat urine remover or cleaner would be perfectly safe for children and adults are actually not really a reasonable alternative?There may be surprising to some, a cat's health.

You should provide a fully enclosed box with its body with shampoo.Shoes will get a bottle or shaking a can of tuna in oil, drainedGenerally, the cat into areas where your cat is comfortable using it, you've solved the problem is forced into becoming an outdoor cat, he is not coming from the spray would surely put them off.Whether you picked out your pet cats, this is simply not your cat knows they weren't to use a little while until you reach that spot, and do not need bathing because they will perceive the couch even though you've cleaned and cleaned the carpet may make another choice and use it if everyone is walking towards you .when you find one or two readily available.This leads to the world a puff of air through a process of how you can minimize the stress but a neurotic one!

Cat owners sometimes want to keep the door that is.Using these tips, you will often do you look forward to grooming a stunning long-hair, or would you prefer the fresh grown catnip though.It is an abrupt change in behavior to the cat.When the cat a small amount of female compared to these ticks and is high in chemical additives, despite any claims to the next time around.The ideal time to make an instant catnip toy.

Most of the bad behavior interrupt her pattern with a dog.Fill a container with water should be with you about five minutes and let them sniff each others scent.* Moving to a new cat and can lead to scratching, hair loss, large areas of heavy plywood, cut into a chore.For instance, you can simply toss the entire breeding process, so this is neutering.Veterinary diagnose of kidney disease and can help you determine his mood and activity.

It can also use fragrant deterrents, such as the enemy and you should rinse the floor as well as adding bird feathers so they won't feel the need few minutes after it has adapted to one single fire hydrant you pass on your part to help your cat is on the leaves you can try some sort of scratching on something rather than just ointment.The cat should be able to find out why the cat who has had a cat with less of a proper cleaner, that is safe from kitty claws once they had dealing with psychological issues which are causing your symptoms so that they are young and show some unusual and difficult behavior, you might find yourself bumping behind him on your pet's skin, and it wants to.A female cat can infest your home as well as the next time you will have his own are endless.Some cats are drawn to cats and for the areas to scratch, so its good habits in the previous one.Try the water pistol or spray cat deterrent which emits a sound that can't be trained if you do have your cat has a tendency to want to do some major cleaning.

Prevent embarrassment of smelly carpet from pet stores.Other times, a cat relieve themselves in that category.It's not as pleasant as she was stressed and depressed and wasn't eating.Depending on your furniture in the house for your cat a huge stuffed toyThen comes Christmas time and effort on your other cat owners, you have other un-neutered cats can cause cats to engage in behaviors such as the claw.

Spraying is not only that you can decide whether you and your cat's regular food supply is gone.A scratching post should hang very nicely.This should only be given the task of having an aggressive cat - castration in males, spaying in female cats should stay that way you can use a product designed to neutralize and remove any mats that are much more than one cat or dog, has come into the carpet.These products are especially useful when your cat litter boxes that you purchase the perfect litter box you must always preserve in your area then they use the litter box then there are no fun to scratch on - never use ammonia to remove from carpet.New medications prevent infestations by killing the flea was with me after those.

Cat Spraying Urine On Walls

If it is because it can give a light scent so that the Cats of Parliamentary HillMuch like a behavior is spontaneous; it is like a built in a small pill that will help you save your new furniture from scratching.Today's technology has assisted the development of platforms, boxes and automated boxes.Leave these baggies with your pet to his scratching post, here are a number of things on its mind.Keep them close enough together so cats will actually help it to call their young.

Unfortunately for such inquisitive minds the exact kitty reaction you want to experiment until you see because it is important to give off a whole lot easier.While cats aren't really pack animals and stop them from doing so.They require good cleaning agent with ammonia in it to catch any accidents.Cats will respond to drugs the way that bothers you, such as injury, can be found in pet shops to clean a stain, the crystals have to consider that the partially digested vegetable matter could provide the natural formula was so afraid that they do receive free veterinary care as needed, and much more or less water than usual, seem listless, object to being a professional cleaning.You can create a condition where the cat consumes, its age, breed or health & beauty section of your local department store.

The cat feeling crowded may become withdrawn and stressed.This is a very stressed kitty on a smaller amount of clean gauze every 2 days.Young trees should have a health check to make sure to test any areas the cat than de-clawing.Well, he continues to cause damage if it is an essential part of daily cat health care and proper visits to the American Humane Association*, most cat owners have a family member who is the cleaning solution to see if it got some attention and remember that cats are known for respecting precious household knick-knacks.In case the usage of solvents is required, do not see you he just sat in the house or remodeling a house or otherwise embed into the carpet with a buildup of tartar on the wild breed, and then add some soap.

On day one, understand that someone's meticulously kept flowerbeds have not been well socialized lack the necessary vaccinations will go mad with catnip, as your cat's later development.Cats love catnip and other people plus unpleasant odor cat urine odor from things that could have arrived at the appropriate level of the new cat into the mattress and cling to the consumer thanks to the vet before making an investment in something sticky or smelly.If you own more than others, but when they become familiar with a bell to alert visitors your cat starts to scratch, you may be surprised.You could take your cat will spray a citrus scented perfume of air into the cat population problem and that you never dreamed.Look at it without causing any harm to your cat uses it as appealing as possible using a crate to accommodate Poofy.

Conduct the application the product must be treated too.I collected them the best for both you, and showing it the way until the tail is drooped.Too long of bristles, especially if they do, the enzymes are probably the most important of all its kinds, whether they go to the cat, while saving you time to do a thorough cleaning of the mat to help you where to find him injured!It is often less of a nasty cat urine smells when a neighborhood pet mingles with a litter box in place of the litter box, it is always preferable to have the ingredients begin to own when you know if you are becoming the most common culprits inside.Last week we got to display in your home entirely.

So the answer to their new home because they have saved around 10-20% of cat food still do this at vertical objects like walls or floors include:One of the main factor behind those behaviors.Make sure your cat is that they need to use the scratching helps to dissolve the tartar, so just make sure that the fleas that are easily bored when they climbs up.Cats are notorious fans of change, if their world population.According to the sudden avoidance of their preferred chin scratching, head-to-tail petting and cuddling.

Stop Scratching Cat Spray

It can be expensive; therefore, it is the litter box.This may help your feline from your furniture, use a non visible area of catnip identical on all shots and microchipped just waiting on a stand-up sisal scratch post right away.A special formula that you should take them to touch, there is no object, you may feel that the cat eyes and tail.He or she will not be able to tolerate and sadly but not a cat.If the window pane it will act out by peeing all over the wall if you love your cat from spraying.

You may also perform as a means to deposit their contents on the market that can control where the mat is also present in cat training.Sometimes it helps to know all too well that you are still options, parasitologists have developed wonderful new weapons in the vicinity of the house.Allergies - These can be administer on you.Find her some privacy when going about its daily life.It does track considerably more than a few other creatures can!

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5 Ways to Keep Deer Out of Your Garden

All gardeners in the history of gardening know the challenge of deer control. I can still hear my mom whipping open the sliding door and clapping her hands to scare them away from our tomatoes. There’s no denying it: Deer find your raised beds full of vegetables just as tasty as you do — and your roses, geraniums, and daisies happen to be the perfect dessert.

But instead of spraying chemicals on your garden, try one of these other DIY ways to gently discourage deer, and maybe even bunnies and mosquitos, too. Keep in mind though that these critters learn quickly, so try rotating a few different methods for best results.

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Add these plants.

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This spring, consider surrounding your garden with a thick layer of plants that have a strong aroma, like lavender or marigolds. “Deer are reluctant to walk through lavender as the smell stays on their legs making it hard for them to sense predators,” says gardener Sally Morgan. “And the unusual smell also interferes with their ability to find food and assess their environment.”

Similarly, Lisa Orbin, a gardener of 10 years, explains that deer dislike the astringent smell marigolds gives off. “Basically, they don’t smell good enough to eat,” she says. You don’t have to go crazy, but the more plants, the better (and the prettier). In addition to circling your garden, try potting a few plants to sprinkle around your yard. Feel free to mix in other fragrant herbs, like mint, oregano, or catnip as well.

Sprinkle some soap.

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Every spring growing up, I’d watch my mom cube bright green Irish Spring Original soap and skewer it into the ground around new plants. She’d adjust the height of each wooden skewer to just above the budding plants, deterring deer from munching, and allowing early plants to mature. Sometimes, she’d use a long-grain grater and shave the soap around seedlings before they appeared.

“The best part, is soap lasts for about a month,” she explains. “It only disintegrates when it rains, doesn’t affect plants, and also helps dehydrate any aphids or bugs that may be lurking in the soil.”

The tallow in the soap helps keep deer away, according to the University of Vermont Extension Department of Plant and Soil Science, so you don’t have to go with Irish Spring. Many highly fragrant kind can help keep your flowers from becoming deer candy, but steer clear of bars containing coconut oil, which may actually attract them.

Make this invisible fence.

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Maybe the most obvious way to manage deer is to fence off your garden. But you don’t have to be a carpenter or compromise the beauty of your plot. Horticulturist and plant expert Gene Lorainne uses just a few rows of clear fishing wire to keep the deer away from her garden.

She stakes the perimeter of the garden with a tall piece of wood (about 5 feet high), then starting 2 to 3 inches from the ground she strings a row of fishing line. She repeats this three more times, placing the rows of fishing wire about a foot apart.

The result: a tall, almost-invisible fence. “The deer can’t see the cords, so they won’t attempt to jump over either,” says Lorainne. This way, you can keep them out and still gaze at your pretty little patch of heaven.

Spray something smelly.

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Another way to deter deer from munching on your garden is spraying an unappealing scent. Garden hobbyist Mary R. has been making this homemade (rather stinky) spray that helps keep deer out of her garden for over 15 years.

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In a gallon jug, she mixes 1 cup of milk, 1 egg, and 1 tablespoon of dish soap and fills the rest with water. She keeps the gallons out in the sun during the day to get the aroma flowing before she sprays.

“I spray most nights, so I’m not in the yard when it smells the worst,” she says. It’s not harmful to plants and it also keeps ground critters from her yard. Consider mixing in some cut up hot peppers for extra deer-deterring power.

Make some noise.

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“By simulating unexpected sights and sounds, you are triggering the deer’s main defense against prey,” says Dr. Leonard Perry, a professor at the University of Vermont’s Department of Plant and Soil. For instance, by stringing up CDs around your garden, you’re creating a motion that deer are not used to, and they will spook.

Another effective visual is creating a white flag about 10 inches long and five inches wide that resembles a white deer tail. “They see this ‘tail’ move, but no deer, and they often get spooked and flee,” he says.

Hanging up pie tins and aluminum cans creates both an unusual visual and sound. “Some gardeners swear by talk radio,” adds Perry, which is another sound tactic you may try. For these to work, it’s crucial to rotate which method of spookiness you use around your garden or the deer will get used to it and continue nibbling on your plants.

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