Learn how to make a bulb planter in easy steps. It might look complicated, but overall the DIY project is not challenging.
25.06.2023 - 23:41 / hometalk.com
Yes, I'm dating myself with this one! Paul Harvey had a segment years ago, where he shared this spray recipe.Over the years I think people have forgotten about it. So here it a reminder with photos on how to make it.
Only 3 ingredients are needed:Big bottle of cheap BLUE Mouthwash3 cups of Epsom Salts3 — 12 oz. cans of cheap stale beer
Mix all 3 ingredients together until salt is dissolved.
Start with the bottle of mouthwash
Then add 3 cups Epsom salts
Next add 3 cans stale beer
FYI, start with a large pitcher. I had to switch to a larger one due to lack of space — it's a lot of liquid!
Stir well until salt is thoroughly dissolved
Pour into a spray bottle.
It makes quite a lot.Spray anywhere you sit or hangout outside, it won't harm plants or flowers.I spray it on my window screens from the inside out (so I don't get my windows dirty ;) I spray the deck and walkways throughout the gardens.
As long as it doesn't rain or get washed off it lasts a good amount of time — not necessary to spray each time you go out.
It does make a huge difference in keeping those biters away.Recently I had the Little's here for a few days and we spent a lot of time outside playing.Happy to report no one received a bite.
Learn how to make a bulb planter in easy steps. It might look complicated, but overall the DIY project is not challenging.
We use online shopping for almost EVERYTHING but porch pirates are putting a damper on this convenience. Even if you have a security system and catch the heinous act on camera, you more than likely never recover your package and have to file police reports, reorder the item, and wait for a replacement. Don't give thieves a chance with a Porch Pirate Proof Mailbox.
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Gardeners know that all kinds of bees are good for ourflower andvegetable gardens. They’re responsible for pollinating crops as varied as almonds, apples, blackberries,blueberries, melons, squash, cranberries and forage crops. We want and need these industrious, little workers! But sometimes they get a little too close for comfort.
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The next time you bring a pineapple home from a grocery store, use its top wisely to grow a new plant and enjoy a fresh supply of your own! Here’s a simple step-by-step guide on How to Grow Pineapples at Home!
Often, household items past their prime end up in landfills and trash bins. This doesn’t have to be the case! I had a very old faded sun umbrella that was headed for the trash. While it was quite old, it was still in great shape, so I decided to spruce it up a bit for the summer! With a bit of paint, I was able to not only save this umbrella from the trash, I was also able to take it to the next level and brighten up my garden. Even better, this project only takes a bit of time and money to complete. Want to see how I did it? Follow my step-by-step tutorial below!