03/03/2025
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Garlic Alcohol Insecticide 🪴
Recipe for Garden Pests 🧄🪲
Garlic alcohol is a powerful natural insecticide that works wonders against scale insects, aphids, and other pests! Here's how to prepare it:
Ingredients:
- 10-15 garlic cloves 🧄
- 1 cup alcohol (rubbing alcohol or vodka) 🍸
- 1 liter of water 💧
- 1-2 drops of dish soap (optional) 🧼
Instructions:
1. Prepare Garlic: Peel and crush the garlic cloves to release their natural oils and compounds.
2. Infuse Garlic: Place the crushed garlic in a jar or bottle, then add 1 cup of alcohol. Seal and let it sit for 2-3 days in a cool, dark place to allow the garlic to infuse.
3. Strain: After the infusion period, strain the garlic mixture to remove solids.
4. Mix with Water: In a spray bottle, dilute the garlic alcohol with 1 liter of water.
5. Add Soap (Optional): Add a drop or two of dish soap to help the solution stick to plant leaves.
6. Apply: Shake well and spray directly onto affected plants, focusing on both sides of the leaves, stems, and where pests are visible.
Usage Tips:
- Apply in the Early Morning or Evening: To avoid direct sunlight causing leaf burn.
- Reapply Weekly: For ongoing pest control and to prevent new infestations.
- Test First: Try a small amount on a single leaf before applying to the whole plant to ensure no damage.
Benefits:
- Kills pests on contact
- Eco-friendly and non-toxic
- Natural solution for garden health
