Baking soda is not only used at home. It also has many virtues for the garden and fruits and vegetables. Discover our top 8 uses for baking soda in the garden.
Baking soda has proven useful for removing stains, whitening teeth, cleaning surfaces and even getting rid of pesticides. Its functions are diverse and baking soda adds another string to its bow. It is its use in gardening which is also very practical for many reasons.
Here are 8 uses for baking soda in the garden:
Keeping bugs away
To get rid of the insects that ravage your garden, baking soda will be your main ally. Say goodbye to chemical pesticides that are harmful to your health and the environment, and opt for this more ecological white powder.
To do this, mix in a spray bottle, one quart of water, one tablespoon of olive oil, two tablespoons of baking soda, and a few drops of liquid soap. Spray your garden with this mixture every three days to keep insects away.
Get rid of fungus, powdery mildew, and weeds:
To get rid of fungus in the garden, mix 4 teaspoons of baking soda with a gallon of water and apply the mixture to problem areas.
To protect fruits and vegetables from powdery mildew, spray them with a mixture of one tablespoon of baking soda, 2.5 tablespoons of horticultural oil, and a gallon of water.
To eliminate weeds, especially crab grass that grows between the cracks in your sidewalks, dampen the area and put a thick layer of baking soda inside the cracks to make a paste.
Increase the life of flowers
If you like to have bouquets of roses or flowers at home to enjoy their scent, you can improve their appearance and increase their life by putting them in a vase of water with a pinch of salt and baking soda.
Water the flowers
To water the flowers in your garden, do not hesitate to add a little baking soda to your watering can. You will notice afterwards that your flowers will be brighter and healthier.
Improve the taste and appearance of plants
Tomatoes are sweeter when grown in less acidic soils. So sprinkle baking soda in the soil around them.
To stimulate the flowering of begonias, hydrangeas and geraniums, pour them monthly with a unique tonic made from two liters of water and a tablespoon of baking soda.
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