Make an Insecticide : Easy, 100% Organic and CHEAP! | Trinidad and Tobago

Insects attacking your crop can discourage new gardeners from gardening. Some may want to even give up because it is so sad to see your hard work being eaten away by harmful pests. But DON'T WORRY!
In this video we are learning how to make an inexpensive Insecticide spray to protect our plants from insects! This spray is not only cheap to make but also organic and super easy!
We will be using Neem oil which contains the compound Azadirachtin. The Neem plant naturally contains this Azadirachtin which has the ability to stop harmful insects from reproducing and destroy their eggs as well. At the same time Neem oil is perfectly harmless to the beneficial insects in your garden like ladybugs and will not harm yourself or your family in any way shape or form!
Controlling harmful insects in your garden such as Aphids, Spider Mites and White flies is very important because they can stress your plants out. Applying this spray once every 3 weeks as a preventative measure will allow your plants the health they need to keep producing all season long! If you have a serious issue you can use this spray once a week until the problem goes away.
I also discuss how nature can often times stop pests for you if you have the correct garden conditions to find a balance. There will be a video in the future discussing the concept of a well balanced garden that will be naturally resistant to pests.
I really hope that you enjoy and learn something new in this video and that it will motivate you to GET UP AND GET GROWING!
If you know someone who would be interested in growing more organic, healthy food for themselves and their family you can share this video with them. There will be lots more content on gardening in Trinidad and Tobago!
Note: All prices mentioned are in TTD.
For reference: 6.5 TTD = 1 USD
10 TTD = 1 Pound
5 TTD = 1 CAD
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[@anastasiamathura5401]

Thanks again. I always wanted to start a kitchen garden but was doing it all wrong now i can start with all your tips I will continue to look at your videos

[@RoxzelleVincent]

I really really enjoy your content..... thanks much

[@renukharenn8652]

I always learn something from each video. Looking forward to seeing other mixtures you may prepare

[@thetrinigardener4712]

Thanks for watching!

[@faronjoseph84]

Just the video I was looking for. Great stuff!

[@thetrinigardener4712]

Very glad go hear that! Hope it helps!

[@TNKnockout]

Ok I finally watched the entire video. I recently bought a young kale plant and sadly, it has a little white fly and what I assume to be some tiny pale green/yellow things under the leaves. Just this morning I was scraping them off with my fingers but I’m very pleased to see how practical your video is so I shall be visiting Pennywise later to pick up some neem oil. Thank you again for these videos!

[@thetrinigardener4712]

You're very welcome, thanks for watching!

[@yannibyrdable]

thanks for this will give it a try....i was going to try garlic hot pepper marigold soaked in water and spray....

[@thetrinigardener4712]

That sounds like a good mix. It helps to know which pest exactly we are targeting so we know how to prepare :) Keep growing!

[@amyanasahabdool]

Great content! Keep it coming!!!

[@jennycooper8437]

I use that to keep my houseplants its amazing

[@thetrinigardener4712]

Yes!!

[@annmartin1585]

Thanks so much. 👍

[@janellenathasingh3530]

Love how inexpensive this is. Yet effective. Great video 🙂

[@thetrinigardener4712]

Hope you try it in your garden :)

[@CrowntailHalfmoon]

Excellent information Sir. 👍👍👍👍👍 Can this be used for mites on pepper plants? How long can the mixture be kept for?

[@thetrinigardener4712]

Yes absolutely! Spray generously every 5 days in the early morning period (between 6am-8am). Thanks for watching!

[@Jaylanas]

Great video. Thank you for the information

[@thetrinigardener4712]

You're very welcome:)

[@realisrare]

So happy I found your channel..thank you for very informative video's....do you know if Neem grow in T&T?

[@thetrinigardener4712]

Hey, glad you're here too. Yes it does.

[@lindadelarue6212]

Thank you for sharing....

[@katidim9548]

Thank you for this info. Will try this!😊

[@thetrinigardener4712]

Yes please do!

[@godglorycarrier5901]

Good Morning Sir , i am from Trinidad ,i am also planting pak choi for SBA , does this work for pak choi too ?

[@julianagooptar6315]

Thanks for sharing this video, very informative.

[@thetrinigardener4712]

Thank you for watching!

[@LindaBrereton-bo3ic]

What do you think about the baking soda spray in the garden

[@bakeddulce5451]

Quite informative 🙌

[@thetrinigardener4712]

Thanks! Hope you try it and let me know how it goes.

[@LindaBrereton-bo3ic]

It really worked

[@RANDYAJODHA-z8r]

I put some neem leafs with branch and everything in ah barrel of water and well it soaking for two days now I haven’t use it as yet , will this work ?

[@MagnonHoward]

What do you use organic for African snails

[@richardbrathwaite208]

Morning is only agriculture stores neem oil ìs available sir

[@kimberlyramsaran1897]

Would this work on broccoli plants I've got a problem with small caterpillars munching on my plants ? Tia

[@thetrinigardener4712]

Yes it should

[@marciamartinez2054]

Hi how often can I use it

[@LindaBrereton-bo3ic]

What can I use for slug in the garden

[@LindaBrereton-bo3ic]

Can i spray this on my celery leaves because I see my leaves have brown spots what can i use

[@denishacarr8519]

Wow so easy 😊

[@thetrinigardener4712]

Very easy yes! :)

[@cordeliadossery5072]

Is there a specific time of day to use this solution or any is okay? Thanks

[@thetrinigardener4712]

Early morning before 10am might be best.

[@cordeliadossery5072]

@@thetrinigardener4712 thanks will try it out

[@KeishaFromTrinidad]

Hi…can it be sprayed on seedlings ?

[@thetrinigardener4712]

Yes but you would have to dilute it even more.

[@simonehannaf]

Leaf miners have been reeking havoc on my tomato plants. Can this work for it

[@thetrinigardener4712]

Hi! Yes absolutely!

[@jasonwilloughby1372]

What can I use for mole crickets?

[@thetrinigardener4712]

I'm sorry to hear about that issue! Mix a tablespoon of dishwashing liquid to a gallon of water and apply to the affected areas. A more long term organic solution would be to plant more flowers around the property which will attract some natural predators of mole crickets. I hope this helps!

[@TNKnockout]

I have taken the plunge! Not fruits yet because they are still seedlings…but I’m trying to be committed.

[@thetrinigardener4712]

That's great to hear!

[@rainbowgalaxykid1965]

Where do I purchase this neem oil you speak off?

[@thetrinigardener4712]

Any pharmacy! Or there is a bit pricier but more effective version in agro shops.

[@sunshineysideoflife]

Vital info!

[@thetrinigardener4712]

Definitely!

[@sarasingh5773]

i have some white flies and need something stronger please

[@thetrinigardener4712]

Often white flies will attack plants that are weaker. What you might need is not a stronger pesticide but try moulding up the plant with some manure/worm castings/add worm tea. Before you do this however start a regimen of washing off the white flies by hand morning and evening. They will eventually give up trying to colonize that plant and moreso if the plant gets stronger with nutrition.

[@tessahuggins4561]

What about if it rains

[@thetrinigardener4712]

The oil helps it to stick to the plant. Best to spray when there is less rain of course.

[@sindynazrudeen9871]

☺

[@thetrinigardener4712]

🙏

[@abioladick2446]

Was confused about d neem oil...cause it so bitter...was wondering how it washing off the edibles like Kale, basil.....my Kale plant had ants, millibug and white fly and it spread to d basil....I went an bought a pesticide every tho I have neem oil.......I now remember washing machine water works on some stuff as well.....

[@thetrinigardener4712]

Yes! Very useful!