It Aint Cheap Being Green!

Let's face it, we could save a ton of money if we'd just stop caring so darn much about the environment!  There's the biodegradable cornstarch packing peanuts (substantially more than styrofoam peanuts, but our dog loves to eat 'em!)...

the 100% recycled cellulose padding (twice as much as bubble wrap, but admittedly, not nearly as much fun)....

the 100% certified organic base oils (way more than conventionally grown oils...no GMO's allowed)...

the premium glass packaging (far more expensive than the cheapo plastic stuff, but glass is inert & infinitely recyclable too)...

the fragrant, plant based pure essential oils (easily 2-4 times more pricey than synthetic fragrance oils!).

And don't forget the 50 mile round trips to the not so nearby recycling center! ('cause we don't have the luxury of curbside pickup out here in the sticks).

These are just some of the eco friendly business practices we put into action every single day here at A Wild Soap Bar because we want to be part of the solution, not part of the problem!

How to Make Insecticidal Soap

Got a little too much wildlife in your garden? A homemade insecticidal soap spray should ward off the invaders.  It damages insect's cell membranes and is pretty effective against a wide range of pests. The best time to spray is during the early morning or late evening when plants are not in direct sunlight.  Saturate both the top and underside of leaves, re-applying as necessary, allowing several days between applications. The soap helps the concoction stick to the leaves (and to the insects themselves).  


In case you're wondering, this is Jory's garden where he spends time when he's not making soap or building decks (his second job).  Now here's the recipe:


Insecticidal Soap Spray Concentrate
2 C. water
6 hot peppers
12 garlic cloves
1 TBS. castile liquid soap (we recommend our Sunflower)
10 drops lemon, orange, cinnamon, vetiver, or eucalyptus essential oils

Chop water, garlic, and peppers in a blender and let stand overnight. Strain the liquid removing all solid particles. (Whatever you do, don't get the stuff in your eyes or on sensitive areas!)  Pour the strained liquid into a plastic bottle and add soap.  Store in the refrigerator (or just a cool dark place for several weeks) until needed.  Add 2 TBS concentrate per quart of water to a pump sprayer or spray bottle.

Did I mention that your garden will smell wonderful?

  

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