Pest control takes an important place in the life of every gardener, since laziness and inattention in this matter can cost us the harvest.
It is not recommended to use chemicals, as toxins will remain in the soil in any case.
Therefore, landscape designer and agronomist Anastasia Kovrizhnykh , an expert of the online publication "BelNovosti", advises taking a closer look at mustard.
How to use it to defeat pests?
Slugs with snails
To combat these pests, you just need to treat the row spacing and mulch layer with mustard. The powder is harmless to plants, but slugs and snails simply won't get through.
The procedure should be carried out regularly so that it does not lose its effectiveness.
Colorado potato beetle remedy
If you need to get rid of this dangerous pest, you should try one interesting method. To do this, take 10 liters of hot water and add a glass of mustard powder.
After three hours, it is recommended to filter the mixture.
Add another five spoons of vinegar and begin processing.
Expert: Anastasia Kovrizhnykh
