Herbal Bug Spray
This bug spray takes about 4 weeks to make so start it way before you're going to need it. Basically, you just put all the ingredients together and then leave it to do its thing so it's super easy.
Equipment
- Fine Mesh Filter
- Funnel optional
- 4oz Spray Bottle
- A canning jar or something with a tight-fitting lid
Ingredients
- .25 oz dried basil
- .25 oz dried lavender
- .25 oz dried lemon balm
- .25 oz dried peppermint
- .25 oz dried rosemary
- 8 oz witch hazel You can also use apple cider vinegar but expect to smell like a salad.
Instructions
- Place the herbs in the jar.
- Pour in the witch hazel.
- Shake well.
- Store the jar in a dark, cool room like a pantry or cabinet for about 4ish weeks. It's best to shake the jar every day at least once. Don't worry if you forget though. Just shake it whenever you think about it.
- After your concoction has infused for about a month, pour the liquid through the fine mesh strainer. You can also use a coffee filter.
- Using the funnel, pour the bug spray into your spray bottle and label carefully. None of the ingredients are poisonous, but witch hazel sure doesn't taste good.