These tiny insects can be a household nuisance.

Keep them under control with a few simple ingredients.

Luckily, you don’t need to call the exterminator todeal with these pests.

DIY fruit fly spray

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Homemade sprays can effectively (and affordably) kill fruit flies.

Plus, you could make your own with supplies you already have in your kitchen.

Pour the water into your small spray bottle.

Step 2: Add Essential Oil.Next, add 10 drops of lemongrass essential oil to the water.

Shake gently to mix.

Your spray is now ready to be used.

Lemongrass oil is proven to be highly effective at repelling mosquitoes and gnats as well as fruit flies.

you might also spray surfaces todiscourage fruit fliesfrom landing.

Can I Use the Spray on Countertops?

Can I Use the Spray on My Clothes?

The more you spray, the stronger the essential oil smell will be, so spray to your preference.