By accident, we happen to have some Persil Laundry Detergent in a bowl on the counter. The little flies (we call them fruit flies-but that's not scientific). We were shocked to see the flies diving in and dying in the Persil! I had set traps with vinegar and such with a covering with toothpick holes and the whole 9 yards. Had no luck with those traps, but danged if the Persil didn't work with no effort!!!
Diatomaceous earth is wonderful too. All natural, no chemicals (no smell either) but use with caution if you have birds or any type of respiratory illness
Somehow my house and garden got tiny gnats that killed my fuchsia plant and fly everywhere. I have tried ALL the Web recommendations - soap and oil dishes, sand in th...
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Growing our first garlic, should we wait until the leaves are drying out before we pick it? Husband picked first one today along with our first potatoes.
Hi everyone, I have mice in my garden destroying my vegetables and I have also noticed them in the barn and shed. Please can someone tell me how to prevent them from ...
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I have tried getting rid of them with store bought plant sprays, some home remedies, etc. and just can't seem to get rid of them. I've even dug up my plant and washe...
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Neem oil works really well for me. I had some mites on my hibiscus this winter and it took care of them in no time.
By accident, we happen to have some Persil Laundry Detergent in a bowl on the counter. The little flies (we call them fruit flies-but that's not scientific). We were shocked to see the flies diving in and dying in the Persil! I had set traps with vinegar and such with a covering with toothpick holes and the whole 9 yards. Had no luck with those traps, but danged if the Persil didn't work with no effort!!!
Must them with a solution of water, white vinegar, and mint essential oil.
Diatomaceous earth is wonderful too. All natural, no chemicals (no smell either) but use with caution if you have birds or any type of respiratory illness
Saw this on Facebook just this morning.
Take them outside and spray with a soap/ water mixture. Usually takes care of them.