Baking soda is a common household ingredient known for its versatility in cooking and cleaning, but did you know it can also be a powerful ally in the garden? As an alkaline substance with antifungal and antibacterial properties, baking soda has become an increasingly popular choice among gardeners for protecting plants from diseases and pests. It is particularly effective in preventing powdery mildew, a common issue for cucumbers. Additionally, baking soda helps deter aphids, spider mites, and other sucking pests that can damage crops.
When used correctly, baking soda poses no harm to plants, beneficial insects, or pollinators like bees. However, for best results, it should be applied before disease symptoms appear or at the very first signs of infection. Once a disease has spread extensively, baking soda treatments may not be sufficient to stop it.
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