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How to Deal with Ants in Raised Garden Beds

The intense heat of boiling water kills ants instantly and destroys the nest’s internal structure, making it inhospitable to any ants that survive.

Boiling Water

Since they can’t digest it, the cornmeal expands inside them, eventually leading to their death.

Cornmeal

The strong scent of cinnamon confuses and repels ants, often prompting them to relocate their nest.

Cinnamon

Coffee grounds are another effective way to eliminate ants in your garden bed. Ants despise the smell of coffee, and it works well as a deterrent.

Coffee Grounds

Using diatomaceous in the garden bed can lead to dehydration in ants

Diatomaceous Earth

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