6 Plants That Naturally Repel Bugs
July 17, 2019
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I am definitely a summer person. Throughout the entire winter, all I dream about is sitting out on my back deck at night with a glass of wine. However, I always seem to forget that during the warm weather, bugs are swarming both that glass of wine and myself. Fortunately, there are multiple different plants that naturally keep pests away. Plant them in your garden this spring to enjoy a pest-free summer in your outdoor spaces!
1. Rosemary
Rosemary plants naturally repel fleas and ticks (which is good for both you and your pets!).
2. Peppermint
Peppermint plants keep spiders, mosquitoes, and ants at bay. Here you can check how to naturally get rid of spiders.
3. Catnip
Surprisingly enough, catnip plants are also mosquito deterrents!
4. Marigolds
Marigolds will keep mosquitoes and aphids away from your outdoor spaces.
5. Basil
Not only is basil a great herb for cooking, but it also deters mosquitoes and houseflies.
6. Lavender
Lavender looks beautiful, smells wonderful, and keeps moths, fleas, flies, and mosquitoes away.