Southern Living: 12 Plants That Repel Mosquitos

From Southern Living, “Ward them off naturally.

Every year, the rainy season ushers in springtime, which is a welcome arrival. Rather less unwelcome is what spring—and then, eventually, the heat of summer—inevitably brings. Mosquitos buzz in, emerging from eggs laid in stagnant water across the region. It’s no wonder we’re constantly researching natural ways to repel mosquitoes in the garden.

The best way to combat mosquitoes is by interrupting their life cycle, consistently dumping out containers, refreshing water in birdbaths, and adding Mosquito Dunks to wet areas that can’t be easily drained. While sitting on your porch or deck, a blast of air from a fan can help blow weak-flying mosquitoes away. But mosquitoes are also repelled by bug sprays with strong scents, many of which are derived from common plants in the garden.

Surround yourself with carefully chosen plantings that you can crush to release their oils, rubbing them on the skin as a natural repellant (simply having these plants growing in the garden won’t be enough to send your tormentors packing). Or, throw a few sprigs on the grill to emit a fragrant smoke that chases mosquitoes away.”

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