09 Pesticides of Natural Origin That Can Be Cultivated


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It may come as a surprise to you that some of the most effective and environmentally-friendly pesticides can be found right in your own garden. Certain plants possess the ability to combat weeds, harmful pests, and fungi, addressing the very concerns that have caused you great distress in the past. Throughout history, people have utilized various plants to eliminate pest threats, ranging from vibrant flowers to potent trap plants, offering a diverse array of methods to safeguard your garden without harming the environment.

With a growing awareness of the detrimental impact of chemicals on our health, particularly through excessive usage, many individuals are now seeking natural pesticides that can match the efficacy of synthetic chemicals. With this in mind, we have created this post to assist you in discovering the ideal plant-based pesticides that will adapt well to your specific soil condition and planting zone.

Within this post, you will find three zone options, spanning from cool to hot zones, each accompanied by three natural plants suitable for that particular zone. Take a moment to explore our curated collection below!

1. Cool-planting Zone (Zones 1-5)

SUNFLOWER

Source: The Old Farmer’s Almanac

BORAGE

Source: Healthline

GARLIC

Source: The Guardian

2. Warm-planting Zone (Zones 6–9)

MARIGOLDS

Source: All About Gardening

CHRYSANTHEMUMS

Source: Nature & Garden

LAVENDER

Source: The Pioneer Woman

3. Hot-planting Zone (Zones 10–13)

NASTURTIUMS

Source: Gardeners World

ROSEMARY

Source: Gardener’s Path

CATNIP

Source: The Growers Exchange

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