• ocean@lemmy.selfhostcat.com
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    4 days ago

    That’s pretty funny and interesting. I didn’t expect the two explanations of attracting ants and supplying nutrients for the plants making them stronger. I was thinking it’s so chemical heavy that it kills off the insects. Interesting!

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      4 days ago

      Yeah it’s interesting that sugar water is basically promoting natural pest control. Mightn’t be an effective pesticide, but if the end result is still less pests, it’s a win