Organic Pesticides for Indoors & Out

Liquid soap is a great alternative to toxic chemicals for both indoor and outdoor plants. 
Mix 2 tablespoons of liquid soap or dish washing liquid with 1 quart water, and pour into a spray bottle. Most indoor household plants tolerate this natural pesticide well. Spray leaves, stem and topsoil to deter insects from coming back. Aphids, mealybugs, white flies and mites are all affected by this soap remedy.

If you need a stronger soap formula, try this:

 4 garlic cloves (segments) finely chopped
1 small onion finely chopped
 1 tbsp. cayenne (red) pepper
 2 tbsp. liquid soap
 1 quart water
 Mix well and let set 1 hour. Strain and pour into a spray bottle or other container. Refrigerated, this natural insecticide will last up to two weeks.

Happy Gardening,
Claudia