Baking soda is a gardener’s best friend: here are 10 clever uses for it in the garden:

1. Natural Fungicide: Mix one tablespoon of baking soda with one gallon of water and a few drops of liquid soap. Spray on plants affected by fungal diseases.
2. Weed Killer: Sprinkle directly on weeds to kill them.
3. Insect Repellent: Mix with flour and sprinkle on plants.
4. Soil Amendment: Adjusts soil pH.
5. Tomato Softener: Sprinkle around tomato plants for sweeter fruit.
6. Compost Enhancer: Speeds up decomposition.
7. Odor Absorber: Neutralizes unpleasant odors.
8. Tool Cleaner: Create a paste to clean gardening tools.

9.Seed Germination: Helps scarify seeds.

10.Ant Repellent: Sprinkle around plants to keep ants away