Cucumber plants attract other insects like aphids and whiteflies that produce honeydew. Honeydew is rich in sugar and this is what attracts ants on cucumber plants. Ants can survive on honeydew alone and if they … Read more
When ants dig into the soil, they increase airflow into the plant roots via the little holes and burrows. They also improve the soil’s fertility when they break down other organic matter as they feed. … Read more
Ants are attracted to the less humid environment controlled potted plants in homes. Potted houseplants grow in a controlled environment while indoors. Most homes have plants that do not require plenty of water to survive. These conditions provide … Read more
White vinegar can kill ants because it contains acetic acid that can burn them on contact. It can also repel ants thanks to its strong pungent scent. One element that makes ants follow a path is … Read more
Ants are drawn to the pool in large numbers especially in hot weather because they need water for them to remain moist. Naturally, they are often seen taking water because most ants can draw water … Read more
Ants in a toilet seat are attracted by stagnant water at the bottom that makes the bowl moist as it evaporates. Worker ants are always hunting for food and a dirty toilet can offer them … Read more
Dirty clothes attract ants because of salty sweat, sticky food or soup spilled on them. Ants may also be attracted to clean clothes if they are poorly washed and rinsed. Before washing, identify stains on … Read more
Dish soap contains detergents that can break down and dissolve ants’ body cells. Since ants are light, they cannot sink and drown in pure distilled water. Dish soap is also a surfactant that removes surface … Read more
Alcohol can kill ants because it contains ethanol which dissolves their exoskeleton on contact. This dehydrates and burns them to death if you drench them with it. Denatured, ethyl, isopropyl, and rubbing alcohol are the … Read more
Lysol kills ants because it contains active ingredients that can dehydrate and burn them on contact. However, scented Lysol will repel ants better than the unscented ones. Ants produce pheromones that can be neutralized by … Read more
