Spring and summer are a beautiful time of year when we want to enjoy the nature around us – even if it’s just flowers and a few herb seedlings on the balcony. However, these attract insects, and not only pollinators. A frequent and troublesome guest is . How to get rid of them? There are several simple and cheap ways to deal with these intruders. Try them out, and you won’t regret it.
How to effectively get rid of ants? First of all, plant these plants in pots
The basic tool to combat them are flowers and herbs with a scent they can’t stand. These are:
- thyme,
- lavender,
- mint,
- marjoram,
- marigold,
- garlic,
- dahlias.
Although, of course, you have to remember that while these plants repel ants, they won’t necessarily cope with aphids.
How to effectively get rid of ants from your home
You can fight it not only by planting certain plants. If we know where they get to our apartment (house), we can sprinkle their route with various substances. Ants hate:
- coffee grounds (organic, not instant and with sugar in the composition),
- cinnamon,
- chili powder,
- pepper,
- citrus fruits – you can use both their peel and juice,
- chalk – contains calcium carbonate, which repels insects.
Make a spray from some of the above substances, including pepper or citrus juice, and spray it on the plants or floor. This also works on aphids. What if none of the methods described in the article work? Then, unfortunately, you have to use chemicals, e.g. borax, and, as a last resort, seek professional help.
Source: Gazeta
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