Fruit trees are susceptible to several pests, pathogens and disease. Pesticides come in various types, but they all have one thing in common. They kill the pests by using either chemicals or natural agents to cause the insects to leave the fruit trees. Organic pesticides simply mean that they do not contain any major chemicals that would cause undesirable effects on the pests or the people around them. Synthetic pesticides are more effective than organic pesticides, but they are also much more dangerous when used improperly. A common problem of fruit trees, especially during the summer seasons, is the infestation of insects and other pests. A few years back, it was reported that more than half a billion dollars were spent to control the problem. There are numerous ways that one can limit and ward off such threats, with the use of pesticides being the most popular method. However, not everyone can comprehend its use due to various reasons.

Natural Pesticide For Fruit Trees

1. Add a tablespoon of baking soda to a gallon of water.

• Add a tablespoon of baking soda to a gallon of water.

Baking soda is an effective fungicide that can be used as a natural pesticide for fruit trees. It’s also an effective deodorizer and mild abrasive, which means that you can use it on your fruit trees to get rid of their bad smells and keep them from getting damaged by insects. Baking soda is also mildly acidic and alkaline—it’s somewhere in between those two on the pH scale, but it has properties that make it effective at fighting fungal diseases such as powdery mildew or apple scab (the latter being one of the most common fungal diseases).

2. Mix in a squirt of liquid soap.

Mix in a squirt of liquid soap. If you want to go with a natural option, use any kind of water-soluble liquid soap, not antibacterial soap. A quick search suggests that Ivory or Palmolive (without fragrance) work well for this purpose.

3. Spray the solution on trees affected by aphids and other pests.

• Spray the solution on trees affected by aphids and other pests.

Aphids and scale attack fruit trees, causing leaves to wither, buds to die off, and fruit tree production to decline. To control these pests, you need to spray the entire tree thoroughly with a mixture of water, dish soap, vegetable oil (or canola oil) and baking soda. Spray this solution every week until the pests are gone. Be sure to re-spray your fruit tree after rainfall or watering as well!

4. Repeat interactions once a week until the pests are gone, or as needed after rainfall.

To prepare for the next application, repeat steps 2 and 3. Repeat this process every week until you see a significant reduction in pests or until rain washes away the solution. The solution will last for a week in a sealed container but should be sprayed on both sides of the tree and on any branches that are subject to defoliation by insects.

To properly apply this natural pesticide, spray your fruit tree with a mixture of two tablespoons each water and baking soda per gallon of water (1:2 ratio). Spray all over your tree’s leaves so they are well covered with baking soda solution; not just where you see damage from insects eating them!

Homeowners are frequently bothered by fruit tree pest such as aphids and scale, but commercial pesticides often contain harsh chemicals that can contaminate food sources. The best way to deal with these pests is to use a natural pesticide like this one.

Homeowners are frequently bothered by fruit tree pests, such as aphids and scale. Commercial pesticides often contain harsh chemicals that can contaminate food sources. The best way to deal with these pests is to use a natural pesticide like this one.