Are you tired of using chemicals?  Well this information just might help.  Below is a list of natural herbs, plants and other items which may help to eliminate pests from your gardens.

HERBS

• Basil: when planted close to tomatoes, it not only improves the taste of the tomatoes but deters white flies as well
• Bay Leaves: can be put into jars of noodles and flour to keep weevils out and between the pages of books to keep away silverfish. Also deter cockroaches .when placed in drawers and cupboards.
• Garlic: repels beetles, aphids and spider mites.
• Hot Pepper: mixed with garlic, water, beer and vinegar, repels garden insects.
• Marjoram: when grown close to cabbages and cauliflower it repels the cabbage moth.
• Mint: repels cabbage moth and flea beetles
• Onion: repels flying and crawling insects.
• Thyme: the strong smell of thyme planted next to tomatoes will confuse pests.
• Wormwood: sprinkle leaves around newly planted seedlings to repel snails.  

FLOWERING PLANTS

• Chrysanthemum: Powder of crushed flowers can be sprinkled around the house to kill fleas. Boiled in water and added to soap will kill household pests.
  Marigold: Keeps away slugs and other insects when planted among other plants. Marigolds are thought to be effective against blight, mildew and fungal diseases.
  Sage: Its strong, fresh minty smell will confuse pests.
  Neem: Grind fresh leaves, dilute with water and strain. Use in crops against a variety of pests. Particularly effective against caterpillars.

MISCELLANEOUS 

• Wood Ash: Wood ash is reputed to control cutworms, slugs and snails. Fresh ash from any wood can be used. Ash should be sprinkled around seedlings as soon as they sprout to control cutworms.
• Flour: A spray made from two cups of fine white flour, well stirred into 5 to 10 litres of water is said to be very effective against mites and aphids. The mixture should be applied in the morning
• Chilli Pepper Mixture:  Hot peppers are said to give control of aphids, flies, ants and caterpillars. To prepare the pesticide one should boil about half a kilogram (one pound) of peppers in about 3 litres (1 gallon) of water for about 15 minutes. Add about 30 grams of soap and stir; add another 3 litres of water, cool and strain.