Pest control on your property can be a lot of trouble.
Many summer residents immediately try to use various chemical preparations to combat the problem.
But what's the point when there is sunflower oil, which can also help in the fight? Therefore, it is worth examining several of its properties and applications, says Anastasia Kovrizhnykh .
How does sunflower oil affect pests?
Sunflower oil is not just a food product, but also a powerful tool in the fight against pests in the garden. Its action is based on several mechanisms:
1. Sunflower oil applied to plant leaves creates a protective layer that lubricates the bodies of many insects, making their breathing more difficult and causing suffocation.
2. Sunflower oil can prevent insects from feeding by blocking access to the chlorophyll they need to survive.
3. The scent can act as a natural deterrent, causing pests to avoid the treated area.
Of course, many properties can be called preventive. Do not think that this product will help kill all pests.
How to use in the garden
There are several options for use:
Mixing with water and dispersing
To create an effective solution, you can mix sunflower oil with water and spray it on plants, especially on the underside of their leaves, where pests often hide.
Addition to plant treatment solutions
Sunflower oil can be added to other natural solutions, such as soap, garlic or pepper solutions, to enhance their pest control effects.
Use as protection against fruit-eating insects
Applying sunflower oil to the trunks of trees and shrubs can prevent the entry and reproduction of ants and similar pests.
Mixing with other natural ingredients
To enhance the effect, sunflower oil can be combined with other natural substances, such as garlic or pepper infusion, creating a powerful pest repellent.
There are many options for using such a product. However, every summer resident should understand that only a preventive effect can be achieved.
Earlier we wrote about why tomato leaves turn yellow and dry out.
Expert: Anastasia Kovrizhnykh
