Tomato Plant Spray -
Keeps the bugs away!
Caution:
- Be careful spraying anything with soap around cucumber and melon plants - they may be sensitive. Try a small area first.
- Always use caution when spraying in the garden. Wear protective eye gear and gloves. Try to spray when it's not windy!
1 quart weak tea
3 tsp dishwashing liquid (Do NOT use antibacterial type.)
3 tbsp chewing tobacco juice ** See directions below.
1/8 tsp mustard
- Shake well and spray on tomato plants about once every 7 - 10 days to keep away the bugs!
Chewing Tobacco Juice: Take about 5 tablespoons of chewing tobacco and put it in cheesecloth or part of an old piece of pantyhose. Secure with a knot and put in a quart of hot water to steep.