Natural Ways to Get Rid of Ants in Your House and Garden
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Ants can be a headache. One area in our house was infested by these pests. We used insecticides to kill them, but we realized that the chemicals were too harsh and bad for our health. Good thing, I found these natural ways to get rid of ants in the house and garden by Joy Home Remedies. These are effective and definitely safe for your family.
Cinnamon
Ants don’t like cinnamon because it impedes their ability to smell other things, such as food. Sprinkle this spice onto areas where they might enter your home. You can use this in your garden as well. Just sprinkle some on the soil around your plants that ants infest. This will keep them from climbing the stems and eating the fruits.
Citrus
Anything citrus. Fruits, scents, or oils are all effective natural repellants. You can leave orange peels or lemon juice in areas where they linger can help keep your home free from these pests. You can also mix citrus oil with water and transfer it to a spray bottle.
Coffee grounds
Did you know that used coffee grounds are very effective at repelling ants? This is because of its high acidity. Place your used coffee ground anywhere you have any problems.
White vinegar
Most of us probably have white vinegar on our kitchen shelves. It helps in repelling ants as they hate the smell of it. Mix one cup of water with a quarter cup of white vinegar to make your ant-repellant spray. Transfer the solution to a spray bottle, then apply it wherever you see ants.
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Black pepper or cayenne pepper
Sprinkle a bit of these spice directly on anthills, pathways, and around the entry points of your home. This is an excellent natural substitute for chemical insecticides.
Cloves
Cloves give off a strong scent when crushed and sprinkled near ant trails or entry points around your home. You can also put cloves in your pantry or food storage to prevent ants.
Peppermint essential oil
This type of oil is been known to ward off a number of pests because of the strong smell of mint.
Cedar
One way to use this is to set up a barrier of sorts by lining the perimeter of your home with cedar mulch. You can also fill a few cloth sachets or decorative bowls with cedar shavings and place them throughout your home.
Cucumber
Did you know that cucumber is also effective in repelling ants? This is because they contain potent compounds.
