Natural insecticide for use against Spanish garden pests

Effective against white fly, red spider, scale insect, aphids etc

Extract of Garlic and Hot Chillies

This is a very effective insecticide against white fly, red spider, aphids, ticks and fleas.  5 – 7 ml is diluted in a litre of water to make a very effective garden spray. If handling the hot chillies, take care not to touch your face and wipe your hands well with lemon juice

50 grams garlic

50 grams chillies

I litre alcohol

Fine filter

Crush the garlic cloves and chillies in a mortar and pestle.  Place in container and cover with alcohol. Seal and shake well.  Leave in a sunny place for seven days.  Filter well and place the remaining liquid into a sealed container. Dilute before using.

Recipe supplied following Cemacam visit.