Baking soda is often seen as a simple kitchen staple, but it holds a secret power in the garden.

I’ve found it to be a gardener’s best companion, offering easy solutions to common gardening problems.

From fighting pests to sweetening tomatoes, baking soda has become my go-to for keeping my garden healthy and thriving.

#1. Baking Soda as a Natural Fungicide
Baking Soda as a Natural Fungicide
This simple kitchen staple can be a game-changer for tackling fungal diseases in your garden.

Safe to use around edible crops, baking soda helps prevent issues like powdery mildew and black spot fungus.

I usually mix one tablespoon with a gallon of water for a spray, adding a bit of castile soap for better adhesion.

#2. Enhancing Soil pH
If your soil is too acidic, it can hinder plants that thrive in neutral or alkaline conditions.

To test, you just mix some soil with water to make it muddy, then sprinkle baking soda on top, if it fizzes, your soil is acidic.

Baking Soda Enhances Soil pH
To fix this, you sprinkle baking soda over the soil, work it in, and water thoroughly.

This simple trick, especially around tomato plants, can reduce acidity and even sweeten your tomatoes!

#3. Natural Pest Control
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