Summer brings heat, flowers, fruits, but it also brings Pests. For those who have one Lemon tree in the gardenin a pot or at the bottom of the house is usually an unavoidable problem.
The appearance of aphids, mealybugs, whiteflies, ants and other “unwanted visitors” can endanger the health of the leavesthe branches and even the production of fruits.
But there’s a homemade trick that’s been gaining popularity lately: Sprinkle ground black pepper on top on the leaves and branches of the lemon tree.
This method is anything but a superstitious allusion, on the contrary a natural defense, simple, economical and effective, that can help you keep the tree healthy during the hot months.
The idea was traditionally used in some gardens and is now promoted by gardening professionals because it takes advantage of pepper’s repellent properties.
Upon contact with the leaves and twigs of the lemon tree, an intense scent is created that is unpleasant for many typical pest insects. This way you can do something good for your lemon tree without toxins or harsh chemicals additional protection.
The trick is not based on magic, but on what experts call a “natural repellent.” Let’s look at the basics:
In addition, using pepper instead of chemicals has other advantages: it is accessible, easy to obtain and can be used apply several times during the season without risks to the lemon tree or the environment.
So that The method works correctly and does not cause collateral damage to the lemon tree, it is advisable to follow some basic instructions:
This method allows for long-lasting protection without the use of toxic products and keeps the lemon tree in good condition even during critical seasons.
Using pepper to care for a lemon tree brings several direct and indirect benefits. Among the most notable:
Beyond protection, using this trick is a way to accompany the natural development of the tree with ecological awareness and maintain the balance of the garden without altering its ecosystem.
As with any gardening technique, it is worth taking into account certain details to avoid undesirable effects:
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