How to Get Rid of Aphids and Slugs: The Soda Method

10.06.2024 19:35

Aphids and slugs are a real headache for many gardeners and vegetable growers.

Not only are they difficult to get rid of, they also multiply quickly and bring other pests to the site.

However, even such "occupiers" can be dealt with. Its name is soda.

Experienced gardeners recommend Coca-Cola. The fact is that this drink contains acids that are dangerous for insects, but safe for humans.

You will need two liters of soda and seven liters of water. A simple mixture, which, however, is deadly for aphids.

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We will treat the plants with this solution. By the way, the amount of water can be changed, but the amount of "cola" should remain unchanged.

As for slugs, in this case you need to bury several bowls near the most vulnerable plants, and then pour the drink into them.

The slugs will be attracted to the sweetness. They will crawl towards the bowls and then fall into them. Therefore, the water should be changed periodically.

Earlier we told you what plants to plant in your dacha to forget about mosquitoes.

Pavel Gospodarik Author: Pavel Gospodarik Internet resource editor