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- Natural fungicide: Mix baking soda with water and liquid soap to spray on plants to combat fungal diseases such as powdery mildew.
- Herbicide: Apply baking soda directly to garden weeds to kill them without harming surrounding plants.
- Pest Repellent: A mixture of baking soda and flour can deter pests such as cabbage worms and aphids when sprinkled on plants.
- Soil Improver: Baking soda can be used to neutralize overly acidic soil, improving the environment for plant growth.
- Tomato Sweetener: Sprinkle baking soda around tomato plants to decrease soil acidity, resulting in sweeter tomatoes.
- Compost Improver: Speed up the composting process by making the environment more alkaline with baking soda.
- Odor Absorber: Neutralize odors in areas such as compost bins by sprinkling baking soda.
- Tool Cleaner: Clean gardening tools by rubbing them with a baking soda paste to remove dirt and rust.
- Seed Germination: Improve seed germination by soaking them in a baking soda solution before planting.
- Ant Repellent: Deter ants by creating barriers with baking soda around plants or ant trails.