Why Houseplants Need Garlic: Tricks Few Know

14.10.2024 06:20

Choosing indoor plants to decorate our home is becoming increasingly popular. Not only do they bring beauty to our lives, but they also play an important role in purifying the air in closed spaces.

However, indoor plants can be susceptible to various diseases and stress.

We'll introduce you to a revolutionary way to improve the health of your houseplants using ordinary garlic.

The beneficial effects of garlic on indoor plants

Garlic is known for its anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and antimicrobial properties, which may also be beneficial for plants.

You may be interested to know that garlic contains substances called allicin and sulfides, which may serve as a natural defense mechanism for plants.

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These compounds can help improve plant growth and development, as well as increase their resistance to pathogens and pests.

Using Garlic to Control Pests

Perhaps one of the most common problems that houseplant owners face is pests such as spider mites, aphids, and flies. But don’t despair, as garlic can be a great solution to this problem.

To make a natural garlic insecticide, simply crush a few cloves of garlic and mix them with water.

Then spray the resulting solution on the plants, especially on the underside of their leaves, where pests often live.

This remedy will not only help get rid of pests, but will also strengthen the immune system of plants.

Igor Zur Author: Igor Zur Internet resource editor


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  1. The beneficial effects of garlic on indoor plants
  2. Using Garlic to Control Pests