After a brutal winter all we want to do is enjoy the weather without being attacked by mosquitoes! Here are a few natural repellents without the use of chemicals that can be harmful to our health and the environment.
- Plant any combination of these plants in pots on your patio, as mosquitoes do not like any of these:
- Lemon Lime
- Lavender
- Lemon Balm
- Basil
- Garlic
- Rosemary
- Lemongrass
- Catnip
- Marigolds
- Scented Geraniums
- Eucalyptus
- Have you ever noticed the mosquitoes are not bad on windy days? Place circulating fans on your patio area, it is recommended at a speed of approximately 10 MPH.
- Eliminate standing water, if you have decorative water features be sure that the water is always circulating.
- Remove yard debris, these tend to become a point for mosquito breeding.
- Liquid garlic juice spray. Spray grass, plants, and all surrounding areas, order goes away after it dries, this works.
- Smoke them out! Throw some sage and rosemary on your hot coals, mosquitoes hate these plants and will stay away, as a bonus these herbs will add a nice smell to your outdoor gathering.
- Rub Bounce dryer sheets on your skin, and or keep one in your pocket.
- Pure Vanilla Extract, mix 2 teaspoons Pure Vanilla Extract with 1 cup water in a trigger spray bottle and mist yourself with this fragrant solution.
- Lemon Eucalyptus Oil & Geranium Oil.
- Another very effective method would be CO2-expelling devices, the down side to these is the cost range typically $300-$1400.
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