1. Natural Fungicide
Mix 1 tbsp baking soda, 1 tbsp vegetable oil, and a few drops of dish soap in 1 gallon of water. Spray weekly to prevent fungal infections.
2. Pest Repellent
Sprinkle baking soda around plants to repel aphids, ants, and slugs without harming beneficial insects.
3. Soil pH Test
Wet a small soil sample, sprinkle baking soda on top—if it bubbles, the soil is acidic.
4. Sweeter Tomatoes
Sprinkle baking soda around tomato plants to lower soil acidity for sweeter tomatoes.
5. Weed Killer
Sprinkle baking soda on weeds, especially in cracks, to dehydrate and kill them naturally.
6. Soil Boost for Hydrangeas
Apply baking soda around hydrangeas to promote pink blooms.
7. Deodorize Compost
Add a handful of baking soda to compost to control odors.
8. Clean Garden Tools
Make a baking soda paste with water, scrub tools to remove rust and dirt.
9. Prevent Mildew on Soil
Sprinkle baking soda over soil to prevent mold and mildew.
10. Natural Fertilizer Booster
Mix 1 tsp baking soda in water to gently feed plants prone to acidic soil.
