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- Mix the Solution: In a spray bottle, combine 1 teaspoon of clove essential oil with 1 cup of water. Shake well to mix thoroughly.
- Spray the Solution: Spray the clove oil solution around the garden, focusing on areas where ants are active. This can include the base of plants, garden edges, and any visible ant trails.
- Reapply Regularly: Reapply the clove oil spray every few days or after it rains to maintain its effectiveness.
Additional Tips
- Indoor Use: Cloves can also be used indoors to repel ants. Place whole cloves in areas where ants enter your home, such as window sills, doorways, and kitchen countertops.
- Combine with Other Spices: For added effectiveness, combine cloves with other ant-repelling spices like cinnamon or bay leaves.
- Keep It Natural: Unlike chemical pesticides, cloves are safe for pets, children, and the environment.
Final Thoughts
Using cloves is a natural and effective way to keep ants out of your garden. With their strong scent and powerful repellent properties, cloves have kept my garden ant-free for 50 years, and they can do the same for you. Give this simple remedy a try, and enjoy an ant-free garden without the need for harmful chemicals. Here’s to a beautiful, pest-free garden!
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