How to Keep Spiders Out of Your Gardening Boots

Creating a Pantyhose Shield

Wash an unwanted pair of pantyhose.

Cut the legs off and discard the waist portion.

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.

Repeat with the other boot. And for any other pairs of boots needing to be kept spider-free.

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.

Storing Garden Boots Away from Spider Zones

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.

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.