Cucumber Peels Deter Cockroaches

The Problem

Roaches appear in your kitchen at night. You want a natural deterrent that's safe around food.

The Hack

Place fresh cucumber peels along baseboards, under sinks, and behind the stove. Replace with fresh peels every 2-3 days.

Why It Works

Cucumber peels contain trans-2-nonenal, a compound that cockroaches and other insects find repulsive. It disrupts their chemical sensors.

Pro Tips

• Replace peels every 2-3 days before they dry out
• Works best as part of a multi-approach strategy
• Keep kitchen clean and dry — roaches need moisture
• For serious infestations, combine with borax bait or DE