"Stop, pests!": how to protect a greenhouse from ants - not everyone knows about this

18.03.2024 15:50
Updated: 12.05.2024 23:22

With the arrival of spring, pests begin to appear, including ants.

They like to attack greenhouses, destroying the plantings there.

To get rid of ants, you need to resort to some advice. The expert of the portal "MOS SMI", scientist agronomist and landscape designer Anastasia Kovrizhnykh will tell you more about the methods of struggle.

Cinnamon

This spice is very popular. It is often used in the preparation of various dishes.

In addition, cinnamon has a pleasant smell for people. Ants, on the contrary, try to avoid this aroma.

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Sprinkle cinnamon in problem areas and ants will not appear there.

Citrus peels

Aromatic orange or lemon zest can add a fresh note to a dish. However, the peel can be useful not only in cooking, but also in the fight against ants.

Place the peel in places where ants gather – they will definitely leave.

Sealing

To prevent ants from crawling into the greenhouse, it is important to close all cracks and holes. This can be done with a sealant, mounting foam or tape.

By following these tips, you can protect your greenhouse plants from ants.

Previously we talked about the best fertilizers for geraniums.

Ekaterina Streltsova Author: Ekaterina Streltsova Editor of Internet resources

Anastasia Kovrizhnykh Expert: Anastasia KovrizhnykhExpert / HERE NEWS


Content
  1. Cinnamon
  2. Citrus peels
  3. Sealing