There are more than 23,000 species of grasshoppers in the world, and more than 1,000 of them are found in the United States. Grasshoppers are part of the Locustidae family and will eat almost any kind of plant. They hatch mid-spring and can quickly wreak havoc on your flower beds and gardens. An infestation can cause a lot of damage, so you should take action as soon as you spot the first grasshopper.
Add 4 ounces of black strap molasses to a quart of water. Mix well and pour the mixture into a spray bottle. Spray it directly on any grasshoppers you find in your garden or flower bed. The molasses mixture will clog their pores, preventing them from breathing and effectively suffocating them to death.
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