Cayenne
Stop aphids from ruining your roses by mixing a teaspoon of cayenne with a dash of liquid soap. Put it in a spray bottle then fill with water. Spray the leaves lightly and also the surrounding soil.
Cinnamon
Mix one teaspoon of cinnamon with two cups of water in a spray bottle. Shake well and spray directly on plant stems and leaves to prevent plant fungus.
Thyme
For a natural disinfectant, pour one cup of boiling water over one tablespoon of dried thyme leaves. Leave for at least 8 hours, strain and add two tablespoons of rubbing alcohol. Pour into a spray bottle.
Cloves and black peppercorns
Make your own moth-repelling sachets. Combine equal amounts of whole cloves and peppercorns, put them on fabric square and tie with a ribbon.
Mustard powder
To get rid of food smells from containers make a paste of a little water mixed with mustard powder, rub on the container and rinse.