IF you have noticed small bite marks in your flower beds, it may help to add two plants.
A gardening expert revealed the simple tricks he uses to keep pests away.
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In his viral videoTikTok user Marv (@geplantindetuin) shared his favorite ways to protect his plants.
He explained that he has an organic garden and therefore does not use chemicals to repel insects.
Instead, he has employed a number of DIY techniques to keep unwanted critters and rodents at bay.
One such measure is simply picking insects off the leaves of his plant before they can lay eggs, creating a ‘bigger problem’.
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He also uses netting to individually cover the fruits and vegetables he grows and builds structures to cover his flower beds so rodents can’t snack on his plants.
Marv also recommended planting certain plants in your garden to keep insects away.
“Plants like herbs and onions are very good at repelling insects,” he said.
The experts of Pest Control in Bug House explained why onions are an effective repellent.
“The sulfur component in onions keeps insects away by producing an odor that insects dislike,” the researchers said.
Garlic is also an effective pest control agent and can even be used in place of chemical sprays.
“If you don’t have time to hand pick the bugs, you can use natural insecticides like onion and garlic and water spray,” Marv advises.
Bug House Pest Control also reported on the role garlic plays in repelling insects.
“Garlic, like onions, contains a sulfur compound that insects flee from,” they explained.
Marv also suggested using sticky traps in areas where you often see flies.
He added that flowers attract beneficial insects and thus help to repel unwanted insects.
Tips to keep pests out of your garden
- Plant plants like peppermint to repel rats.
- Place Garden Net Pest Barrierover your flower beds.
- Fill open containers with beer and place them in the ground to repel slugs.
- Spraying plants with Neem oilto repel ants, flies and spiders.
- Sprinkle your flower beds with Diatomaceous earth.
- Mix 1 tablespoon of dishwashing liquid, 10 drops of peppermint oil and 4 cups of water and spray this on the flower beds.
- Place eggshells around your plants to protect them from slugs.
Marv emphasized that planting different plant species creates biodiversity and allows nature to do the pest control work for you.
TikTok users shared their thoughts on the advice in the comments.
“My Pepe taught me that the first three years are the worst. Bugs love it here because it’s new. After that most of them move on and you get a better balance. So hang in there!” wrote one viewer.
“Your garden is AMAZING! Thank you so much for sharing all the tips!!” said another follower.
“It’s not that hard to keep pests away. It just takes a little time to figure out how to do it at first. But once you get the hang of it, it’s a piece of cake,” said a third person.
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