9. Put a used tea bag in the garden
It’s a pretty grueling chore to germinate seeds in the soil – even when you take good care of the soil. You can help the process move more quickly by placing a tea bag in the soil next to the seeds. Tea leaves have tannins and nutrients that are natural fertilizers for the soil. The pouch itself is made from fibers from the stems of the abaca plant. This is a type of banana that provides fiber and is used to make tea bags. The tea dissolves easily in the soil, creating a healthier growing environment for your flowers and plants.
10. Use Basil to Repel Mosquitoes
Like wasps, mosquitoes aren’t fans of the strong scent of certain herbs. For example, did you know that mosquitoes don’t like the smell of lavender and basil? Mosquitoes also don’t like lemon balm, catnip, or mint. So if you want get rid of mosquitoes in your garden, it’s a good idea to plant one of these herbs in a few places in your garden.
