Hello, Darlings
Whether you’re gardening outdoors or indoors, you will have to
battle the pests that love to sh-t on, to chew on, or to juice the life out of
your heartfelt cared for plants. Be they be ornamental or edible, nature is not
always on your side, and you’ll have to rescue your beloved plants, before they
are no more.
Seriously, gardening and insects are fact of life. As I mentioned
in a previous post, some of my hydroponic plants had become condominiums for
white flies. I was getting upset about it because the store bought remedies appeared
to act as a weekly shower. I mean, those flies were back within two to three
days of me treating the plants against their invasion.
Well, tired and up to the point of despair, not quite, I did some research to find a
more permanent solution for getting rid of the white flies. It had become
personal. It was them or me, or all my beloved plants.
While it is not the nuclear incinerating, body smashing insect killing solution that I wanted, I found an old fashion remedy that is more effective than anything else I have tried. All this being stated, below is the recipe for Cayenne Pepper Stray. This remedy was around long before my grandmother was born, but like most modern inventions, it has been nearly for gotten, however, I can tell you when used as directed it really works and doesn’t harm the plants.
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Ingredients
Needed
·
1
tablespoon of cayenne pepper powder
·
1
tablespoon garlic juice (optional)
·
1
quart of water
·
1
teaspoon of dish soap
·
A
mixing bowl
· A spray bottle
Mixing the
Ingredients
·
Begin
by adding the cayenne pepper to the water. Stir thoroughly until well combined.
The pepper should dissolve as much as possible.
· Next, incorporate the dish soap. This helps the mixture stick to the plants. Stir the mixture again to ensure even distribution.
Straining the
Solution
·
Use
a fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth. Place it over a bowl or jug. Pour the
cayenne solution slowly through it. This removes any solid particles. Solids
can clog your spray bottle. Rinse the strainer afterward to remove residue.
·
Filling
the Spray Bottle
· Pour the strained liquid into a spray bottle. Use a funnel to avoid spills. Ensure the bottle is clean and free of any residues.
Proper Spraying
Methods
· When spraying, ensure that you cover both sides of the leaves. Pests often hide on the undersides, making it necessary to reach these areas
Frequency of
Application
· Consistency is important for pest control. Apply the spray every three days initially, and then once a week as a preventive measure.
Proper
Storage Techniques
· Store the solution in a cool, dark place. A cupboard or pantry is ideal. Exposure to sunlight reduces its potency. Always label the bottle with the date. This helps track the solution's freshness.
Check for Expiry
· The cayenne spray is best used within a month. Discard any leftover after this period. Fresh solutions work best for plant protection
Reusing the
Spray Bottle
Clean
the spray bottle after use. Use warm soapy water. Rinse thoroughly and dry
before refilling. This prevents mold and bacteria growth. Regular cleaning extends
the life of your spray bottle.
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Until next time,
Keep Growing!!!
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