Garlic isn’t just for cooking—it’s also a powerful natural ally for your garden. Thanks to its antibacterial, antifungal, and pest-repellent properties, garlic can be used in various forms to protect plants from harmful insects. These simple homemade garlic treatments are cost-effective, chemical-free solutions for a healthier garden.
🧄 1. Garlic Alcohol Spray – Potent Pest Repellent
This strong solution is ideal for repelling flying and crawling insects naturally.
- Ingredients: 1 head of garlic, 1 liter of alcohol (preferably 70% isopropyl or ethanol), 2 liters of water
- Crush or mince the garlic cloves.
- Mix the crushed garlic with alcohol and refrigerate for 1 hour to steep.
- After steeping, add 2 liters of water and shake the mixture thoroughly.
- Strain the liquid and transfer it to a spray bottle.
- Use: Spray directly onto plant leaves and stems to repel pests.
🌱 2. Garlic Water Infusion – Gentle Soil Treatment
Best for root-zone protection and long-term deterrence of soil-dwelling pests.
- Ingredients: 5–6 garlic cloves, water
- Soak garlic cloves in water for 24 hours.
- Simmer the soaked cloves over low heat for 20 minutes.
- Allow the mixture to cool completely before use.
- Use: Pour directly onto the soil around your plants for several days in a row.
🌿 3. Garlic Insecticide Spray – Effective Leaf Protection
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