Banish Bedbugs from Your Garden with the Power of Salt Introduction If you’ve noticed tiny, bloodsucking pests invading your garden or hitching a ride indoors, you might be facing an unexpected menace: bedbugs outdoors. Though traditionally associated with mattresses and bedrooms, bedbugs can survive in outdoor areas — especially if you spend time in your garden furniture, hang laundry outside, or bring second-hand items into your home. But before reaching for harsh chemicals, consider a simple and surprisingly effective natural remedy: salt. This common kitchen staple has properties that can help repel and even kill bedbugs without harming your plants or pets. Why Salt Works Against Bedbugs continued on next page