Natural Pest Control with Baking Soda: A Step-by-Step Guide

 Natural Pest Control with Baking Soda: A Step-by-Step Guide

1. Kill Cockroaches

What you need:

Baking soda

Sugar

Shallow dish

How to use:

Mix equal parts baking soda and sugar. Place in dishes near cockroach hiding spots. Sugar attracts them, baking soda kills them.

2. Repel Ants

What you need:

Baking soda

Powdered sugar

How to use:

Mix 1:1 ratio and sprinkle along trails or entry points.

3. Prevent Garden Fungus

What you need:

1 tbsp baking soda

1 gallon water

A few drops dish soap

Spray bottle

How to use:

Spray on plants weekly to stop mildew. Avoid hot sunny days.

4. Deter Mice

What you need:

Baking soda

Sugar

Flour

How to use:

Mix equal parts. Place small amounts in corners and behind appliances.

5. Freshen Carpets & Repel Bugs

What you need:

Baking soda

(Optional) Peppermint or lavender oil

How to use:

Sprinkle on carpet, let sit 15–20 mins, then vacuum.

Safety Tips

Keep away from kids & pets

Don’t use in large amounts

Test plant sprays on a small area first

Eco-Friendly Bonus

Baking soda is cheap, safe, and reduces toxic chemical use. A win for your home and the planet.

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