With summer almost coming to an end, we’re sure that there are so many people who are discouraged—no one like to see the sun go down early, the grass growing dull with each passing day, and eventually, small amounts of frost accumulating on what was once a beautifully kept garden. Am I right?
Although autumn is fast approaching, there is still some time to relish in all that summer has to offer, and that also means making the best of the time you have to help your garden flourish to the best of its ability. Regardless of what time of year it is, you hate to see your garden dull and dry or infested with insects. Right?
Well now you can have healthy looking plants and flowers while the season lasts, and it’s all thanks to one simple kitchen ingredient—cinnamon. Yes, you read that right, cinnamon. Tune into the list below to see how beneficial cinnamon is for your garden!
6. Helps keep mosquitoes at bay
Mosquitoes, and insects, in general, hate the smell of cinnamon. So, by sprinkling a little bit of it in your garden will help that stay away from your plants. Spread some around your patio too so you can enjoy an evening BBQ without worrying about those pesky pests!
5. Rids plants of fungus
Experts say that fungi will have a hard time growing in a ground that is saturated with cinnamon—you know what to do!
4. Keeps the ants out of sight
The strong smell of cinnamon chokes ants to death, so they know not to get too close.
3. Helps regrow plants from old roots
If you’re like me, you’ll most like try to regrow a plant from an old root. If so, then we’re both in luck—put a dab of cinnamon on the root and then plant it into the ground.
2. Fix wounded plants
Sprinkle a small amount of cinnamon on wounded plants to heal them and prevent any further damage.
1. Fights off disease
It’s important to keep seeds dry so that they can grow into plants. A good way of keeping moisture at bay is by sprinkling the seeds with cinnamon. This will also prevent them from growing any fungus.
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Articles source: Home Hacks
