01Jul,2024
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Simply steep a cup of dried basil in 1/2 cup of filtered boiling water, kind of like you would make tea. In fact, you can use a tea ball to help make this a neater job.
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Some studies show that catnip oil is better at repelling mosquitoes than harsh chemical insect repellants. You can buy it already made catnip oil repellent or make your own catnip mosquito repellent.
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This lemony plant is the most popular known plant to help keep mosquitos away. You should plant it in large containers that can be easily protected during frost and place strategically around when guests are visiting.
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The bulb of the garlic plant’s amino acid makeup converts to a substance called allicin once you crush it, blend it or chop it. You can blend the bulbs with water and water other plants and foliage with it to help repel insects.
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Plant scented citronella geraniums to help control mosquitos in pots to put around your patio and in areas where you and your guests might want to sit without being bothered by mosquitos.
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Growing lavender is fun and has many uses including as a mosquito repellent and it’s a lot more plant to smell than some of the other options.
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This delicious tasting and smelling plant is a great mosquito repellent. Bugs hate the smell and the flavor of them. You can either crush up the leaves or rub on the skin or you can use an essential oil-infused lotion.
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