One of the main problems in the fruit orchard is combating over-wintering insects. A simple effective homemade solution is to use an oil based pesticide. Oil Fruit Tree Spray Recipe Mix one litre of cooking oil and 200g soft soap. Boil, mix again and bottle. Dilute with 20 parts water before spraying on trees and shrubs The oil smothers insects and their eggs while they shelter in trees and shrubs. As it is oil based it is long lasting and will not need to be re-applied after every rainy spell. This is particularly good in the fight against overwintering mealy […]
Nicotine Spray Insecticide
Another frugal, vegetable plot tip for you. If the insects are winning and your soap spray just isn’t strong enough to cope with a massive infestation why not try a nasty nicotine spray insecticide? Smoking may be bad for us, but it can be even worse for insect pests in the garden. Nicotine Spray Recipe Boil 100 cigarette ends in 4 litres of water. Strain and bottle. Dilute with two parts water before spraying the solution on infected plants. Nicotine spray is a very effective insecticide against many pests including weevils, caterpillars and leaf miners. It is strong though so […]
Homemade Insecticide – Garlic and Chilli Soap Sprays
This is a more potent version of the standard insecticidal soap spray. One of the most effective fungicides and insecticides you can use in your garden is a simple soap spray. Homemade Insecticide – Garlic Soap Spray Recipe Simply mix one part homemade soft soap or bought liquid soap with 100 parts water. Steep a few crushed garlic cloves in the mixture overnight,, then filter. Add to a cheap plastic plant spray bottle. This has all the benefits of the ordinary soap spray insecticide but the added whiff of garlic too. We use this weekly in the orchard to deter […]
Homemade Insecticide – Soap Spray
If you’re gardening for fun or to provide your home with sustenance there are times when insect pests can really threaten garden plants and crops. A simple homemade preparation for the garden will save you cash, help the environment and cause you less worry if children and pets share your garden space. One of the most effective fungicides and insecticides you can use in your garden is a simple soap spray. Homemade Insecticide – Soap Spray Recipe Simply mix one part homemade soft soap or bought liquid soap with 100 parts water. Add to a cheap plastic plant spray bottle. […]