If your new home is plagued by pests, then you want to get rid of them quickly before they multiply and cause more damage. There are a variety of pesticides that can be used, however many of them are environmentally unsafe and can even be toxic to children and pets. To ensure maximum safety for yourself, your environment, and your loved ones, consider using organic methods to control your pest problem.
Organic pest control gets rid of unwanted insects safely and naturally. There are quite a few methods used in controlling pests organically. Some of the most common pests are ants, aphids, slugs, and mice. Below we've listed different ways to rid your garden or home of these creatures without the use of harmful pesticides.
Ants
Deter ants with the power of scent. Ants hate pungent things like cayenne powder or black pepper. Sprinkle these spices around the area of the ant infestation or on your plants to keep the ants away. Fragrant lavender or curry are not only lovely to have in the garden, they can also help to repel ants.
Aphids
One natural method of ridding your garden of aphids is by introducing ladybugs, the aphid's natural enemy. Spraying your plants and flowers with a mixture of organic soap and water is another effective way to keep aphids at bay. Or try planting vibrant yellow flowers. Yellow flowers attract predatory insects that not only pollenate your garden but also eat the aphids.
Slugs
Beer is a surprising help in ridding your garden of slugs. Fill a container with beer, then set it outside overnight. The slimy creatures love the smell of beer and will flock to the container, climb inside and drown.
Mice
It is said that the smell of mint deters mice. Place fresh spearmint in your cabinets and areas where mice are prevalent. There are no-kill traps that you can set with cheese, peanut butter, or seeds. The mice will be lured inside the trap, at which time it will close and trap the mouse inside. Then, you can simply release the mouse far away from your home.
There are a wide variety of organic pest control products on the market today including fertilizers, sprays, traps and more at reasonable prices. With the popularity of organic gardening on the rise, you should also be able to find all the organic supplies you need at your local nursery, garden shop, or specialty home and garden store.
