List of Plants That Repel Mosquitoes
1.
Citronella
(Cymbopogon nardus)
o Strong
lemony scent masks attractants to mosquitoes
o Commonly
used in candles and oils
2.
Lemongrass
(Cymbopogon citratus)
o Contains
citronella oil
o Grows
easily in warm climates
3.
Lavender (Lavandula
spp.)
o Pleasant
fragrance deters mosquitoes
o Also
repels moths and flies
4.
Marigold (Tagetes
spp.)
o Contains
pyrethrum, used in many insect repellents
o Often
used in garden borders
5.
Basil (Ocimum
basilicum)
o Strong
aroma wards off mosquitoes and flies
o Useful
both in the kitchen and garden
6.
Mint (Mentha spp.)
o Pungent
smell repels mosquitoes
o Can
also be used in homemade sprays
7.
Rosemary
(Rosmarinus officinalis)
o Strong
aroma deters bugs
o Works
well in herb gardens or as a shrub
8.
Catnip (Nepeta
cataria)
o Contains
nepetalactone, more effective than DEET in some studies
o Also
attracts cats
9.
Eucalyptus
(Eucalyptus spp.)
o Oil
has proven repellent properties
o Can
be used in sprays and ointments
10. Tea Tree (Melaleuca alternifolia)
o Antiseptic
and repellent properties
o Used
in oils and skincare products
11. Garlic (Allium sativum)
Planting garlic may help repel mosquitoes from the area
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