Baking soda is a gardener’s best friend: here are 10 clever uses in the garden.

Natural Fungicide: Mix baking soda with water and liquid soap to spray on plants and combat fungal diseases like powdery mildew.
Weed Killer: Directly apply baking soda on garden weeds to kill them without harming surrounding plants.
Pest Deterrent: A mixture of baking soda and flour can deter pests like cabbage worms and aphids when dusted on plants.
Soil Amendment: Baking soda can be used to neutralize overly acidic soil, improving the environment for plant growth.
Tomato Sweetener: Sprinkle baking soda around tomato plants to decrease soil acidity, resulting in sweeter tomatoes.

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