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in insect pests can pose a danger to your plants. Here is a list of natural repellents to keep these pests away from your plants.
The gardener is often faced with unwanted insects lurking around fruit trees and certain plants. To scare them away, he can opt for insecticides full of chemicals, or choose a natural repellent to start an ecological fight against pests. If you also want to know the most formidable natural insect repellent treatments, we show you how to do it.
What are some tips for keeping pests away from your plants?
1. To combat red spider
Webaver spider mites, also known as red spider mites, are actually microscopic mites found on the leaves of our plants. These pests attack plant production to feed on the sap of ornamental plants or vegetables. To hunt these predators, you can opt for a biological insecticide such as:
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A decoction of onions
A decoction is an effective natural remedy for mites. To prepare it, mix 2 onions with half a liter of water and then boil this mixture for fifteen minutes. Let cool and then strain the mixture to retain only the liquid. Pour the juice into a spray bottle to spray this mixture on your plants.
clay
Clay is an excellent insecticide that prevents spider mite infestations. At the bottom of your plant pot or potting soil, you will need to sprinkle powdered clay. This trick reduces humidity and thus keeps the famous red spider away.
2. To hunt the vine weevil
Ear weevils are small black beetles that feed on plant leaves. When they attack plants, they lay eggs in the soil and allow larvae to appear that feed on the roots. Result ? Your plants become weak and dry, and may stop growing. To protect them from pathogenic insects, a natural treatment can be very useful. Nematodes are considered the best treatment for vine weevil. These microscopic worms parasitize and infest the pest to cause its disappearance. To fight pests, simply dilute the powder in water and then water your plants with this treatment.
3. To eliminate mosquitoes
Gnats are small flying insects that fly over green plants and lay their eggs in the soil. When they hatch, they give rise to larvae that devour the roots and weaken the plants. To eliminate mosquitoes, you can opt for natural treatments:
black soap
Dilute a tablespoon of black soap in a liter of water and then pour the mixture into a spray bottle. Spray the solution on your plants after each watering.
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