You can make your own herbal insect repellent using your own favorite herbs that have insect repellent qualities. Just remember that if you are mixing your own concoction, use care and tenderness when using any herbs.  If you are unsure of an herb, you can find information from a lot of sources; libraries; book stores; online; etc. Never use an herb that you are not familiar with.

Homemade Formula for a Cleaning Spray

You might want to use a cleaning spray for when your plants are dusty and dirty, or when they look like they just need a pick-me-up. We found that our interior plants needed to be cleaned more in the winter season. There's a lot more dust in the house at this time of year from heating systems, wood stoves, forced hot air ducts and others. Each method stirs up the dust and deposits a layer on the leaves. Keeping your plants clean will help prevent diseases and insect infestations.

We use this formula because of it's gentleness and most importantly because it doesn't contain any harmful chemicals or detergents that might harm the plants. Again warm water is used so that the pores of the plant can absorb the spray easier.