Homemade Garlic-Mint Garden Insect Spray

Homemade Garlic-Mint Garden Insect Spray (that really works!!)

Ingredients

• 2 whole HEADS garlic, cloves separated and peeled
• 3 cups mint leaves and stems, too – I just throw it all in now
• 2 teaspoons dry cayenne pepper
• 12 cups water
• 2 small squirts of biodegradable dishwashing liquid

Instructions

• Add the garlic and mint to a food processor and pulse for a few seconds.
• Transfer mixture to a large pot and add the cayenne and 12c. water.
• Bring to a boil; remove from heat and let sit overnight.
• Strain into a couple spray bottles (or gallon garden sprayer) and add the two small squirts of dish soap.
• To Use:
• Shake well before each use.
• Spray all the leaves on affected plants, including the undersides – preferably on a cloudy day so as not to burn the plants.
• Wait a few days to see the affect and then apply more if needed (many times I’ve only needed to do one application)