Basic Companion Solution
6 to 8 drops essential oils selected from the attached chart here
2 gallons water
Combine and apply to plants.
What better way to attract pollinators and other beneficial insects to your garden than through the use of Essential oils!
Bees- they like Orange, Coriander, Lemongrass, Lavender, Hyssop, Marjoram, Helichrysm,
Basil, Sage, Roman Chamomile, Rosemary, and Dill
Butterflies-like Lavender, mint, Fennel, Sage, and Helichrysm
Other beneficial insects such as ladybugs like Coriander, Dill, Fennel, and Roman Chamomile
Pollinators favorite blend
12 drops Lavender
8 drops Rosemary
5 drops Orange
Combine oils and add to cotton balls, string or cloth strips and scatter in and around your garden!
I hope you’ve enjoyed these blog posts on gardening with Essential oils! You can also use the plants that the oils come from in your garden! Plant some thyme, or Rosemary, or Lemongrass. Herbs are great companions for your garden. Have fun and use Essential oils combined with different herb plants to make your garden both pretty and pleasing!
Happy Oiling,
Anna
Reference: Essentially Grown. By Jackie Tarlton
This book has such great info and can be found on GrowingHealthyHomes.com
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