4. Garlic and Vinegar Spray
Garlic contains sulfur compounds that repel insects, while vinegar disrupts their trails and colonies.
Ingredients:
- 1 garlic bulb, crushed
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 glass of water
- 5 tablespoons shampoo or liquid soap
Instructions:
- Blend garlic and mix it with vinegar and water.
- Strain the mixture and add shampoo for better adhesion.
- Spray on aphid-infested plants and ant trails.
- Use weekly for best results.
5. Activated Carbon and Onion Mixture
Activated carbon absorbs odors that attract insects, while onions repel ants naturally.
Ingredients:
- 3 tablets activated carbon (crushed into powder)
- 1 large onion (blended)
- 1 tablespoon alcohol
- 1 liter of water
Instructions:
- Blend all ingredients and let the mixture sit for 12 hours.
- Strain and dilute in 2 liters of water.
- Spray directly on aphids and ants.
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