6 home plants repels insect and mosquito
Mosquitoes and insects begin to spread alarmingly at the beginning of the summer season, as temperatures rise. We often cannot avoid mosquito stings without having to resort to commercial sprays filled with chemicals that can sometimes be polluting the environment.
However, some plants that adorn your home may contribute to pest control, some of which are multitasking, according to a report by the U.S. website Real Simple.
For the best effect, be sure to place it as close to the seating area as possible, here are some plants that expel mosquitoes and insects.
- Citronella Herb
The oil from citronella herbs, or “lemonweed”, is included in the manufacture of mosquito repellent candles.
“Citronella is the most popular mosquito-throwing plant,” says Carmen Johnston, an expert in gardening.
- Petunia Flowers
Petunia flowers are sometimes known as “natural pesticides”, because they have a repellent effect on both mana, tomato hornworm, asparagus beetles, leaf yams, and pumpkins.
“It’s very easy to grow petunia plants and can be grown on the ground or kept in pots,” says home design expert Peyton Lambton.
“Lavender is a plant that has a fragrant scent that prevents mosquitoes,” says Johnston, adding, “It’s nice to be hot and dry when growing lavender, so summer is perfect.”
Lavender oil can also be placed on the skin as a natural repellent.
Rosemary not only adds flavor to food, but also helps keep insects away.
“Rosemary smells like one of my favorites, but mosquitoes can’t tolerate it, and it can be grown in containers,” says Johnston.
Johnston adds that this plant also adds touches to the arrangement of the house, so why not put it in an external central piece to repel insects and give a good shape.”
“Basil is an annual herb that keeps flies and mosquitoes away,” says Chris Lambton, a garden coordinator, adding, “Make sure the plant is exposed to 6-8 hours of full sun a day, and the soil of its cultivation should be moist and dry.”
Johnston Basil adds a versatile herb, which can also be used as a treatment for mosquito bites.
Refreshing mint can be used in dishes and cocktails, but it also has an added advantage.
“It’s a mosquito-removal plant, which is easy to grow, but once it’s in the garden, it can be difficult to remove, and it can be planted in a bowl instead,” lambton says.
As mint can be grown inside the house throughout the winter, it will help keep flies away from your home too.