Hello, Darlings
Well as you know, I recently got the white flies under
control. The Cayenne Pepper spray does its job and the white flies have not returned.
However, and to my dismays, the gnats are attempting to move in. This is
happening whenever my husband, Stanley repeatedly opens and shuts the doors when
he goes out and tends to the front and backyards. The little pests appear to lie
in wait and then rush in when he opens the doors. Therefore, like with the solution
for the white flies, I did some research and I found that a simple mix of peppermint
oil (preferably 100% peppermint oil), and water works as a repellent for many
in-house and garden pest.
Luckily, I happened to have a bottle of 100 % peppermint oil
on hand. So I am now sharing with all you serious indoor hydroponic farmers
this easy deterrent, and like the cayenne pepper spray, it is not a permanent solution,
but when used as directed it works, making you and your plants happy.
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Ingredients
·
20 drops of 100% peppermint, if there is no dropper, this equals to 1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon
· 15 drops or 1 tablespoon of dish soap.
·
a quart of water
Equipment
1.
a quart size spray bottle
Directions
1.
Place all ingredients into the spray bottle, add the nozzle
and shake to mix
2.
With the spray nozzle turned to a fine mist, spray the
entire house as well as around the windowsills, door frames and inside the
cabinets.
3.
Repeat treatment every two to three weeks, especially in
warm weather
According to
what I read, the peppermint spray should be reapplied every two to three weeks
as a preventive, and any food scraps, dead and rotten plant matter should be
removed and the area cleansed.
Common Pests Repelled by Peppermint oil
1.
Ants
Ants are one of
the most common household pests that can be effectively deterred by peppermint.
The strong scent of peppermint confuses ants and masks their pheromone trails,
which they rely on to navigate to food sources. By disrupting their
communication, peppermint can help keep these pesky insects at bay.
To use
peppermint against ants, consider placing cotton balls soaked in peppermint
essential oil near entry points or mixing several drops of peppermint oil with
water in a spray bottle and applying it around your home.
2.
Spiders
Spiders are
often uninvited guests in homes, particularly during colder months when they
seek shelter indoors. Peppermint oil is known to repel various spider species
due to its potent aroma. Many people report success in keeping spiders away by
using peppermint oil sprays.
To create a
spider-repellent solution, mix water with several drops of peppermint essential
oil in a spray bottle and apply it around windowsills, door frames, and other
potential entry points for spiders.
3.
Mosquitoes
Mosquitoes are
notorious for ruining outdoor gatherings with their bites. Peppermint oil
serves as a natural mosquito repellent due to its strong scent that masks the
odors humans emit that attract these pests.
For personal
protection, you can mix peppermint oil with a carrier oil (like coconut or
olive oil) and apply it to your skin or diffuse it in outdoor spaces to keep
mosquitoes at bay.
4.
Cockroaches
Cockroaches are
unwanted inhabitants of homes that pose health risks due to their ability to
spread disease. The scent of peppermint is unpleasant for cockroaches and can
deter them from nesting in your home.
To employ
peppermint against cockroaches, combine equal parts water and peppermint oil in
a spray bottle and target areas where cockroaches are commonly found, such as
under sinks or behind appliances.
5.
Fleas
Fleas can
become a significant nuisance for pet owners and households alike. These tiny
insects thrive on blood meals from animals and humans alike. The smell of
peppermint is an effective deterrent against fleas.
To keep fleas
at bay, you can create a flea-repellent spray using diluted peppermint
essential oil and apply it onto pet bedding or areas where pets frequently
roam.
6.
Flies
Flies are
attracted to decaying matter and food sources. They can be quite bothersome
during warm months when they invade homes and outdoor spaces. The smell of
peppermint is known to repel flies effectively.
To utilize
peppermint for fly control, mix water with peppermint essential oil in a spray
bottle and use it around open windows or near food preparation areas to
discourage flies from entering.
7.
Rats and Mice
While not
strictly classified as pests in the same way as insects, mice can still create
havoc within homes by chewing through wires and contaminating food supplies.
The strong scent of peppermint can repel mice effectively.
To deter rats
and mice naturally, place cotton balls soaked in peppermint essential oil in
areas where you suspect mouse activity or around entry points like holes in
walls or gaps under doors.
I hope you find this helpful. If so, click the link above to down a copy of this recipe.
Until next time,
Keep Growing!!!