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Clove Water Ant Spray (Warm & Spicy)

Clove oil (and even the whole spice) contains eugenol, which ants find overwhelming. And in higher concentrations, it can even be toxic.
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Equipment

  • 1 Glass Spray Bottle
  • 1 strainer
  • 1 steeping container

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup warm water
  • 2 tablespoons whole cloves (or 1 tbsp ground cloves)
  • 1 teaspoon castile soap (optional)

Instructions
 

  • Steep cloves in warm water for 15–30 minutes. If using ground cloves, whisk them into warm water and let sit for 10–15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Strain out solids (especially important with ground cloves to avoid clogging your spray nozzle).
  • Pour the liquid into a spray bottle.
  • Add castile soap (if using), then shake gently.
  • Spray along ant paths.
  • Reapply as needed.