We all know how much of a hassle mosquitoes can be here in Georgia. Thankfully, there are some great plants and flowers that mosquitoes hate. Here are 5 natural bug-repellent plants to grow in your backyard or garden:
- Lavender – Lavender repels just about every bug except for bees. Plus it has the added benefit of smelling wonderful! You can also dry some clippings from your lavender plant to hang inside to keep away moths and other indoor pests.
- Petunias – Petunias are a great way to add some color to your yard while repelling pests. Their flowers have a slight licorice scent that aphids, hornworms, and squash bugs hate.
- Garlic – It tastes delicious and bugs hate it! This is a great plant to add to a garden to keep mosquitoes and other insects away.
- Basil – Mosquitoes and flies hate the smell of basil. This makes it a great plant to add to an herb garden. It can also do well in a container, so it can be a nice aromatic addition to a porch or seating area. And of course, it tastes great too!
- Lemon Balm – Lemon balm has a citrusy lemon scent with a hint of mint. Mosquitoes hate lemon balm but butterflies and bees love it! This plant can spread like a weed, so keep this one in a pot to avoid it taking over your yard.
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