Penny-wise Pest Control

Here's our first gardening post! Although it's winter, this pest killer will come in handy at the beginning of the gardening season in just a few months.

Have aphids, whiteflies, or caterpillars? 

Then here are a couple of sprays you might find helpful:

1. Soak 2 cups chopped rhubarb or tomato leaves in 2 two cups of water overnight. Strain to remove solids. Add 2 more cups of water, transfer to a spray bottle, and spray on plants. **Avoid skin contact.**

          --OR--

    2.  Combine 1 oz. Murphy's Oil Soal with 1 gallon of water. Transfer to a              spray bottle and mist on plants.

Both options are not only less expensive than regular bug sprays, but they're much better for the environment!

Submitted by Gaeleen