Peppermint oil– The potent aroma of peppermint oil and similar essential oils can irritate a rodent’s sensitive nose. Vinegar solutions – The sharp, acrid smell of vinegar solutions can cause pests to avoid areas where it is used.
Water bugs are roach-like critters infesting a house, particularly near, in or around sources of water. These water bugs can contaminate the food and lead to health problems. It’s important to take them out of your house quickly. There are a few simple and effective methods to get rid o...
Pest experts say that mice also do a “walk-around” and are often drawn to gaps where they can smell nice warm air flowing out of your house. Look at all vents and screens. Look for any signs of chewing at the bottom of garage doors. (And keep those garage doors shut!) ...
If it’s still too warm to the touch, wait to add the chocolate. Stir the granola with the chocolate chips and then allow everything to cool down to room temperature. You can also put the granola on a cool baking tray and place it in the fridge for 10-15 minutes to help it cool...
Peppermint oil is a particularly popular remedy, as are tea tree, lavender and rose. Add 15 to 20 drops to a spray bottle filled with water and spritz around the house, changing the oil used regularly to ensure the remedy remains effective. ...
I can’t wait to try this out now, thanks for this awesome idea! Clear drains are on the horizon. Elaine May 17, 2016 at 11:34 AM This works but it messed up the sealer i had just put on the floor.make sure you get all the baking soda down the drain. Suzanne Weinrich May...
Another deterrent is peppermint oil, which turns off squirrels. Pour some into a spray bottle with apple cider vinegar and spray around your plants. These sprays do need to be reapplied after a rain. One reader claims blood meal sprinkled around the garden soil works against squirrels. ...
Peppermint is a natural insect repellent. Not only will it deter ants, but it’ll repel mosquitos, beetles, moths, and other insects as well. Simply fill a spray bottle with 3/4 cup water and add 10-15 drops of peppermint essential oil. Put the lid on and shake well to combine the ...
( pinch 1/16 tsp. ) with some peppermint oil if you have it ( I would drop the oil on a plate and then with your finger put some, (very little) of the oil on the teabag), have him keep it in his mouth on the site while you read a book to distract him...or use a toy ...
Species like spearmint tolerate higher temperatures, while peppermint can tolerate colder temperatures. Pruning The mint plant should be pruned regularly; the more you prune, the more it grows and delays flowering. It’s best to give a vigorous prune just before bloom at the start of summer to...