Adirondack All Purpose Bug Repellent
2 parts Wormwood 1 part Rosemary 1 part Rue 1 part Thyme 1 part Southernwood 1 part Sage Olive Oil Lemon Eucalyptus Essential Oil
Gather the fresh plants, chop plants into very small pieces. Pour olive oil over the plants pieces and let infuse in the sunlight for 6 weeks or use a heat method. Strain out plant material and store in dark glass bottles. Label,
Oven Method
Some plants are more prone to mold and spoilage than others, it may be because of their high moisture content, or of some constituent in the plant. Using the oven method works well with these types of plants. This method is also great when you need the oil right away.
Place chopped fresh or fresh dry wilted plants into a casserole pan. Pour in enough oil or lard to cover the plant material. Cover and place in oven at 200 degrees. Let them “cook” at the low temperature for two hours.
The oil will be done when the oils have taken on the color of the plants and smell like the plants. The plants will look cooked -but not too cooked. It is important to draw the properties out of the plants but not cook or burn the plants and over cook the oil. Check frequently. Strain out plant material and store in dark glass bottles.
