To create a luscious green garden without using harmful pesticides is not that difficult. First you need to focus and make the decision to go organic. The rest will follow naturally. Recent years the world started to realize the importance of saving the environment. As a gardener you are able to contribute by using non-toxic natural products to fertilize and nourish your garden.
Start small for example to get rid of snails through salt on them and they will dissolve in front of you. To kill cockroaches you can mix a bit of boric acid with chocolate and place it in the infested areas. The cockroaches will take the mixture back to their nest and feed on it. The entire colony will die in the end because it acts as a stomach poison.
Mixture for non-toxic sprayYou can also mix your own nontoxic sprays from the household detergents that you already have available. An example of mixture you can try is to dice plus minus 10 garlic gloves and let it soak in a cup of mineral oil. Strain the oil the next morning and spray the mixture directly on to the infestation.
Natural fertilizerSoil can play an important role to the growth of the plants. You are able to buy for example coco soil that is made from coconut and blend it into the ground. The soil acts as a pesticide and kills fungi. The product is all natural and effective. You can also use fish fertilizer to kills mites and caterpillars.
Environment friendly spray for vegetablesIf you have a problem with white flies on vegetables; mix one cup of vegetable oil with teaspoon of dishwashing liquid. Shake and put it into a clean spray bottle. Spray the bugs every day for 10 days with the mixture. After the 10th day your vegetables will be bug free.
Ant repellentAnts are one of the main and most difficult pesticides to control. Place cucumber peals on the paths that the ants use. This solution is a short term solution. Ants are very determined therefore you need to use a variety of solutions. Borax can be used but remember that although it is seen as not harmful to the environment it can be harmful to children, pets and yourself. Use gloves and mask when using.
Spray for mildew and fungi infestationMildew and fungi can be controlled by milk spray. You can use full-cream milk and dilute the milk with water. Spray on the mildew and fungal areas. Wipe the areas of with water. If the plants are badly infected remove the leaves that are the worst so that the fungus does not spread.
Toxic pesticides can destroy the ecological system, damage your health and pollute the air. Studies show that normal gardeners use more pesticides than farmers. Make a conscientious decision and help to make the world a better place.
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