How to Keep Spiders Out of Your Gardening Boots

Last Updated: December 20, 2021

If storing your garden boots outdoors or in the garden shed, they're an open invitation to the local spiders to make their new home inside. There are good ways to keep the spiders out, as explained here.

Method 1

Method 1 of 2:

Creating a Pantyhose Shield

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Wash an unwanted pair of pantyhose.
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Cut the legs off and discard the waist portion.

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3
Roll a leg over the open portion of the boot, pulling down to the toe area. The toe area will sit across the open portion of the boot. The pantyhose acts as a barrier against any creepy crawlies finding their way inside.
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Repeat with the other boot. And for any other pairs of boots needing to be kept spider-free.
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Keep the pantyhose rolled up neatly when wearing the boots. Put in a spot you'll find them again easily after returning from garden duties.
- The pantyhose will last a fair time but will eventually need replacing; just use a new "old" pair in the same way.

Method 2

Method 2 of 2:

Storing Garden Boots Away from Spider Zones

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Purchase or make a small cupboard with a door that shuts properly. Even an old wooden box that is large enough to fit the boots can be turned into a boot storage box by the addition of a door on hinges. Tuck the boots inside this cupboard each time after use and the spiders won't be able to crawl inside.
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Make a special indoor place to keep boots. The mudroom, laundry or a spare cupboard near the back door can all work as suitable places for storing boots when not in use and thereby reducing the chances of spiders living inside.

Community Q&A

Question

Do I put my foot in the liquid?

john qu

Community Answer

Just cover the boots with a coffee filter paper and use a rubber band to seal it.