About Us
Meet the Garden Soap Team
Extension-Guided Recipes · UC IPM References
OMRI-Aligned Practices
This site is written by a small editorial team, published under a team byline. It started the way most soap-spray stories do: aphids on tomatoes, and a refusal to reach for synthetic sprays.
Our recipes follow published horticultural guidance — the UC garden-care researcher and UC IPM programs, other university extension resources, and OMRI standards — cross-checked against the documented experience of home gardeners.
Our Mission
HomemadeInsecticidalSoap.com exists to be the most trustworthy resource for natural, DIY pest control. Every recipe is grounded in published extension guidance and the documented experience of real gardeners. We believe the best pest management starts with understanding, not fear.
What We Cover
- Recipes — Research-vetted formulas using common household ingredients, with measured concentrations and safety data
- Guides — Step-by-step instructions based on Integrated Pest Management (IPM) principles
- Education — The science behind how fatty acid salts disrupt insect cuticles, backed by university extension research
How We Write
Our editorial process follows three rules:
- Source first, write second. Every recipe starts from published extension guidance and documented gardener reports — never from marketing copy.
- Cite sources. We reference university extension publications, OMRI-listed products, and peer-reviewed entomology research whenever possible.
- Update regularly. Articles are revisited each growing season and updated with new findings or reader feedback.
Affiliate Disclosure
Some links on this site are affiliate links (primarily Amazon Associates). We only recommend products that hold up in extension guidance and gardener reports. Affiliate income helps cover hosting and research costs. Read our full affiliate disclaimer.
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