The Ultimate Ant & Aphid Repellent Recipe:
Ingredients: 1 cup white vinegar, 1 tablespoon baking soda, 1 tablespoon liquid dish soap, 10 drops peppermint essential oil (optional but highly effective), 1 cup water.
How to Prepare & Use: In a spray bottle, mix the white vinegar and water. Slowly add baking soda (it will fizz — that’s normal), then mix in the dish soap and peppermint essential oil. Gently shake to combine.
How to Apply:
✅ For Ants (Indoor & Outdoor):
- Spray along ant trails, entry points (windows, doors, cracks).
- Focus on areas where ants gather to disrupt their scent trails.
- Repeat weekly for a few weeks to deter ants from returning.
✅ For Aphids (On Plants):
- Spray directly on aphid-infested leaves (top and bottom).
- The vinegar and soap mixture kills aphids on contact and deters them from returning.
- Apply every few days until no aphids are left.
Why This Works:
- Vinegar: Disrupts ant scent trails and kills aphids.
- Baking Soda: Alters pH, making the area uncomfortable for ants.
- Dish Soap: Breaks down the shells of aphids and ants.
- Peppermint Oil: A natural repellent for ants, aphids, and spiders.
Bonus Tip:
Sprinkle a mix of baking soda and sugar near ant nests outside — the sugar attracts ants, while the baking soda naturally eliminates them.
Final Thought:
This chemical-free method will leave your home ant-free and your garden aphid-free for the long-term. With simple ingredients and powerful results, say goodbye to ants for years to come! 🐜🚫🌿✨
