Originally Posted by grammydar
Can anyone help me get rid of the ants that have invaded my kitchen?
I have tried Terro, and Borax. and still they keep coming back.
I appreciate any suggestions.
Get some Diotemaceous Earth FIRST and put it all around the foundation of your house, basement window sills, crawl space vents, the crack where the front steps meet the foundation etc. This will get rid of anything trying to get into the house.
The "ant traps" that are sold only attract them... you don't want to attract them, you want to keep them away. Once you get rid of the initial problem, you can use Penny Royal, an herb you can get at most garden shops, it is dried and crushed and sold by the ounce, very lightweight and not costly. Buy some of the small organza bags they use for wedding/shower favors at Michael's, with a drawstring on the top. Fill up the bags with the Penny Royal and place them everywhere you don't want any insects. Under the sinks, vanities, etc, closet shelves etc. Works great. It IS dangerous for pets, so you cannot have it out in the open. Refresh the little bags every year or so. Natural is best.