Homemade Spray To Keep Animals Out Of Garden
Homemade Spray To Keep Animals Out Of Garden
There are many ways to keep animals out of your garden, but this is one of the easiest and most practical.
Ingredients
You will need:
- Cayenne pepper
- Garlic
- Soap (dish soap or laundry detergent)
- Water
1 quart water
1 quart filtered or bottled water
1/4 cup vinegar (use white vinegar)
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper (do not use black or red pepper)
The spices used in this spray are not harmful to humans. You can use any cayenne pepper, but avoid black or red pepper as it may be toxic. Also avoid chili powder and cumin which can contaminate your garden with chemicals that harm insects and plants. Paprika is not recommended because it has been known to cause blossom end rot in tomatoes. Turmeric should also not be used because it contains saponins, which can be harmful to plants when sprayed on them directly (but they’re okay when consumed).
1 teaspoon powdered garlic
Garlic is a natural repellent, so it’s perfect for making this homemade spray to keep animals out of your garden.
You’ll want to use garlic powder and not the oil because oil can be harmful if ingested by your plants or animals. You can find garlic powder in the spice section of most grocery stores. The exact amount you use will depend on how many pests you’re trying to get rid of and what kind of container you’re using—just sprinkle enough that it’s evenly dispersed throughout your solution (or put enough in a jar until it covers all surfaces).
It’s also important not to add too much garlic or other ingredients since this can make your plant less attractive by masking its natural scent with something stronger like vinegar or peppermint oil
1 teaspoon mild dishwashing soap or Castile soap
1 teaspoon mild dishwashing soap or Castile soap
- The soap will help break down the oil in the cayenne pepper and make it stick to the leaves better.
Directions for How to Make and Use This Animal Repellent
To make and use the spray, mix together the following ingredients in a spray bottle. Shake well before each use.
- 1 cup water
- 1 teaspoon dish soap (blue Dawn is preferred)
- 1 tablespoon cooking oil (olive oil works best)
Pour all ingredients into spray bottle, shake well, and use.
To make the spray, simply:
- Pour all ingredients into a spray bottle. Fill the bottle halfway with tap water, then add the rest of your ingredients and shake well. Shake again before each use to ensure that everything is mixed thoroughly.
- Spray affected plants with a fine mist every 2-3 days when it rains (if you live in an area where it’s hot and dry most of the year, you can also just spray whenever you remember). Once plants are treated with this homemade repellent, keep pets out of treated areas until they have dried so they don’t ingest any dangerous chemicals.
Apply to affected plants every 2-3 days (when it rains you will need to reapply).
To keep animals out of your garden, spray affected plants every 2-3 days (when it rains you will need to reapply). Keep pets away from treated areas until the spray dries. Keep unused portion away from children and pets
Keep pets away from treated areas until spray dries.
If you have pets or children, keep them away from treated areas until spray dries.
If you have allergies or sensitive skin, keep spray away from face and eyes.
This spray is safe for animals and humans but will keep many animals away from your garden.
I know that you want to keep animals away from your garden, but you also love the furry friends in your life. This spray is safe for humans and animals but will keep many animals away from your garden. Apply to affected plants every 2-3 days until they are gone or the problem stops. Your pets may be curious about this spray so make sure they stay out of treated areas until it has dried completely.
As you can see, this homemade animal repellent is easy to make and use. It’s also safe for your pets and children but will keep many animals away from your garden.