Summer is on its way and Gig Harbor homeowners are prepared. BBQ's and time by the pool are essential and plenty of Gig Harbor residents spend time in their yard come summertime. Although a garden loaded with summer flowers is wonderful, a garden loaded with bugs is not. Use materials already in your house instead of abrasive chemicals which may cause cancer.
In a spray bottle, blend dishwashing soap and water to exterminate annoying aphids. Every couple of days, spray the leaves and stems of tainted plants and the aphids ought to move on. You can even try this on slugs. A saltwater mixture can destroy mites. Chili powder and water are a great way to combat ants and caterpillars.
Use the food chain if all else fails. Ladybugs feed on aphids, scales, and mites and praying mantis eat all kinds of insects. Spiders, wasps, and bees are actually a normal part of the food chain and will destroy unwanted insects. Using non-toxic products on your garden is better for you and your Gig Harbor home .
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