10. Lyme Disease Risk Associated With Japanese Barberry
Supplies required: None
Making Cost: N/A
If you’re doing any yard landscaping, you may be struck by how beautiful the unusual Japanese Barberry tree is. Resist the temptation to grow this tree since, despite its popularity, studies have shown that it harbors black-legged ticks.
Japanese Barberry Poses a Risk for Lyme Disease
It is also known that these ticks are carriers of Lyme disease. In addition to being incredibly invasive, Japanese barberry is also difficult to care for due to its stinging barbs. When planting something, you don’t want to plant something that can injure you or make you sick.
11. Aphids Detest Water And Soap
Supplies needed: a gallon of water and dish soap
Production Cost: $5–$7*
Sap-sucking aphids will join forces with ants to colonize and destroy your plants. When you notice them infiltrating your garden, you must act soon since they spread swiftly. Fortunately, getting rid of them isn’t too difficult.
Aphids Detest Water And Soap
Aphids detest water and soap. Apply a solution containing two tablespoons of dish soap and one gallon of water to a plant that is afflicted. Aphids’ waxy, greasy covering will be broken down by the dish soap, leaving them susceptible to drying out.
12. Use Neem Oil to Combat Pests
Required materials: neem oil
Made for $11 on Amazon*
Are you familiar with neem oil? This oil is made from the seeds of the Neem tree and is one of the best and most effective ways to protect your edible plants from pests. Bonide Captain Jack’s Neem Oil, available in a 32-ounce bottle, costs about $11 on Amazon.
Fight Pests With Neem Oil
Neem oil is more of a preventative measure than a toxin since it prevents insects from developing and from multiplying. One teaspoon of Neem oil, a few drops of any detergent, and one quart of warm water are all you need to produce a Neem spray at home.
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