3. Soak the peels
Place the banana peels into the boric acid mixture, making sure they’re fully submerged. Let them soak for at least four hours so they can thoroughly absorb the solution.
4. Cut the soaked peels into small pieces
Once soaked, remove the peels and use scissors or a knife to slice them into small chunks. This makes it easier for the ants to carry them back to their nest.
5. Distribute the pieces around your garden
Scatter the banana peel bits in areas where you notice the most ant activity—under shrubs, near flower pots, or along garden paths. Be strategic with your placement for the best results.
6. Disrupt the ant colony at its source
Attracted by the scent, ants will carry the treated peel fragments back to their nest. Gradually, the boric acid builds up in their systems and begins to affect the entire colony—including the queen.
Additional Benefits for Your Plants
Aside from repelling ants, banana peels naturally decompose and enrich the soil with valuable nutrients, serving as a gentle fertilizer for your garden. So while you’re keeping pests at bay, you’re also feeding your plants.
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