Tackling wasp issues around your home or community space? Fear not, dear readers! I’ve stumbled across a solution straight from Mother Nature’s arsenal that is both environmentally friendly and creative: DIY flower boxes with pest repelling properties. The protocol is straightforward and the end product, charming. All you need are some basic carpentry tools, a little patience, and some plant species that are naturally averse to wasps. Sounds exciting? Dive right in!
Building a DIY flower box
When constructing a DIY flower box, it’s not just about following carpentry procedures, it’s also about building with your environment in mind. Opt for upcycling old wooden pallets or slats, they serve as excellent material for building a flower box. Remember, this DIY project is rooted in our commitment to a sustainable lifestyle. Start by obtaining your wood; pallets are usually thrown out by suppliers and are relatively straightforward to pull apart. They also provide you with fantastic rustic material for your box.
Putting it all together
Once you have collected sufficient wood, measure and cut out your needed pieces. Four walls and a solid base are all you need for your box. Using nails, secure your box together, ensuring that the foundation is sturdy. Lastly, drill a few bottom holes for water drainage, avoiding any potential water accumulation that could negate your box’s pest deterrent properties.
Choosing the right flowers
With your flower box ready, let’s turn our attention to selecting the right floras to repel those troublesome wasps.
Focusing on aesthetics
The foundation of our DIY flower box is ready. Now, it’s time to select the main characters of our story – the flowers. While choosing plants that repel wasps, we can also take into account variables like flower colours, sizes, growing seasons, etc., making our flower box visually pleasing throughout the year. Some ideal candidates that serve the dual purpose of wasp repellence and aesthetic appeal are Eucalyptus, Wormwood, and Mint
Maintaining your flower box
Like all living things, your flowers require care and nurturing. Ensure regular watering, proper soil aeiration by occasional tilling, and provide enough sunlight. A consistent care routine will keep your plants healthy, and the aroma of the flowers, strong and invasive, to wasps.
Involving the community
This all-natural wasp deterrent is not only an excellent DIY project for you but can become a community engagement itself! Why not invite your neighbours to build their boxes, or better yet, create a community garden? It’s a wonderful way to solve common problems, together.
Who knew dealing with wasps could be this fun and engaging? With these lovely flower boxes, we are not only getting rid of pests but are also taking a step towards a more sustainable lifestyle. Gardening doesn’t just have to be about beautifying spaces. It can be a solution to everyday problems. During the process, we might even learn a thing or two about wasps and nature’s brilliance at managing herself. So, don this gardener’s hat and flaunt your green thumb. Your community and the bees will thank you!
Emma Johnson is a passionate and insightful writer specializing in the house and garden niche, bringing over a decade of experience to her readers. At the youthful age of 34, Emma has already established herself as a leading voice in home improvement, landscaping, and interior design. Her journey began with a degree in Landscape Architecture from the University of Georgia, followed by years of hands-on experience working with renowned landscaping firms across the country.
Emma’s writing career took off when she started sharing her unique ideas and eco-friendly gardening tips on her personal blog. Her ability to blend practical advice with aesthetic design quickly garnered attention, leading to her current position as a featured columnist for a prominent online news site.
Dedicated to sustainable living and innovative design, Emma’s articles offer a wealth of knowledge, from DIY home projects to the latest trends in garden technology. Her work not only enlightens homeowners looking to enhance their living spaces but also inspires a deeper appreciation for the environment.
When she’s not writing or experimenting in her own garden, Emma enjoys mentoring young designers and participating in community beautification projects. Her contributions extend beyond her written work, embodying her commitment to making the world a more beautiful and sustainable place, one home at a time.
