Simple, Cost-Effective Recipes for Toxin-Free Cleaning and Gardening

You don’t need a cabinet full of chemical concoctions to keep your home clean and garden thriving. These easy DIY recipes use common, affordable ingredients you probably already have.

Cleaning Recipes:

1.       All-Purpose Cleaner

·       1 cup white vinegar

·       1 cup water

·       10 drops lemon or eucalyptus essential oil

·       Shake in a spray bottle. Great for glass, counters, and bathrooms.

2.       Creamy Scrub for Tiles and Sinks

·       ½ cup baking soda

·       2 tbsp castile soap

·       Optional: 5 drops lavender oil
Mix into a paste, apply with a sponge, and rinse clean.

3.       Wood Polish

·       ½ cup olive oil

·       ¼ cup lemon juice
Rub into wooden furniture using a soft cloth for a natural shine.

Gardening Boosters:

1.       Compost Tea

·       Soak a shovelful of compost in a bucket of water for 2–3 days

·       Strain and pour at the base of plants for a nutrient boost.

2.       DIY Pest Spray

·       1 bulb garlic

·       1 small chili

·       1 tsp dish soap

·       1 L water
Blend, strain, and spray on leaves to repel insects.

3.       Banana Peel Fertiliser

·       Chop peels, soak in a jar of water for 48 hours, then water plants with the mix.

These recipes not only save money, but also reduce your exposure to harmful chemicals—and your garden and family will thank you for it.