GARLIC
- Natural Pesticide & Medicinal -
PREPARATION
MACERATED - 200 g of crushed bulbs and macerated for 48 hours in 10 liters of water.
DECOCTION – 100 g in 10 liters of boiling water for 10 hours.
DOSAGE
Used pure as an insecticide.
Diluted 1 to 2 with water as a repellent.
APPLICATION
The antibacterial preparation is used without dilution, it works best when temperatures are not too high. It can be sprayed with a simple spray bottle. It is sprayed on the plants as a preventative measure every 2-3 weeks, to repel insects. It is also used to treat bacteriosis (downy mildew), in this case the treatment must be repeated every few days.
EFFECTIVE AGAINST PESTS AND DISEASES
You might find it surprising, but your garden plants enjoy a little garlic too! Not as a topping on a pizza, of course, but as a potent and completely natural pesticide. It's all about garlic macerate, a straightforward concoction that can give your plants an upper hand against pesky bugs, pests and diseases.
What is Garlic Macerate?
Think of garlic macerate as a liquid form of garlic, made by crushing or squeezing fresh garlic cloves and soaking them in water overnight. Sounds simple enough, right? Indeed, it doesn't need any specialised equipment or exotic ingredients, but the power this humble mixture holds is unparalleled when it comes to plant health.
Garlic and Allicin: The Dynamic Duo
When you crushed the garlic, did you notice its characteristic strong odor? That's all thanks to allicin, a sulfur compound found in garlic, which has antibacterial properties. When garlic is crushed or chopped, an enzyme called alliinase converts alliin, naturally present in garlic, into allicin. This allicin is a natural antibiotic, extremely effective against a wide range of harmful microbes due to its antiparasitic properties.
Intriguingly, the properties of allicin are not too different from those of sulphur, another element known for its medicinal and protective characteristics. It's this ability of garlic (and allicin) to mimic the properties of sulphur that makes garlic macerate a matchless garden ally.
Why Use Garlic Macerate for Plants?
Garlic macerate becomes a potent pesticide, leaving your plants healthier and stronger. With its antibacterial and antiparasitic properties, this natural concoction can take on a plethora of plant diseases and pests. Fungi, molds, aphids, whiteflies - none stand a chance against the mighty garlic macerate.
Moreover, unlike synthetic pesticides, garlic macerate doesn't harm your garden's beneficial bugs or disrupt the ecosystem. It's a win-win!
How to Make Garlic Macerate?
Preparing garlic macerate is no rocket science. Crush a few cloves of garlic, soak them in water for some time (usually 24 hours), strain the solution, and voila - your garlic macerate is ready to defend your plants.
Remember, the more finely crush the garlic, the more allicin will be released. Also, consider leaving the mixture in a cool, dark location, as allicin is sensitive to heat and light.
Conclusion
So next time you spot troublesome bugs loitering around your beloved plants, don't reach for a can of toxic pesticides. Smash some garlic, unleash the power of allicin, and watch the mischief-makers retreat. With garlic macerate, you are not just blasting off pests, but reinforcing your plants' health and wellbeing.
So, gardeners, it's time to crush, soak and save. Let the natural powers of garlic macerate lead the way in your organic, eco-friendly gardening journey.