there are a number of safe and natural ways to keep these pesky critters away from your home and garden, and more importantly, off your skin.
Depending on where you live mosquitoes can be anything from an occasional nuisance to a full-blown enemy you have declared war upon. The good news is, there are a number of safe and natural ways to keep these pesky critters away from your home and garden, and more importantly, off your skin.
#Citronella
The easiest way to experience the repelling effects of Citronella is to crush the leaves in your hands and rub the essential oil on your skin! You will smell fresh and lemony while keeing mosquitos at bay.
#Cedar oil
The smell of cedar oil scares away not only mosquitoes, but also flies and cockroaches.
#Lavender
Did you know that the relaxing scent that we love is the same scent that repels mosquitoes? In fact, the oils are even said to reduce the mosquito’s ability to smell, which will keep them off of your skin. In addition, if the plant’s aroma is sufficient, then rub the leaves on your skin.
#Pyrethrum
Pyrethrum daisy or Dalmatian chrysanthemum is an old natural remedy against mosquitoes. The dried flowers, stems, and leaves of this plant can be ground to a powder and will affect the nerve cells of insects. You can just put a few small bunches of pyrethrum around your apartment or house.
#Wheatgrass brew
Put a handful of the chopped roots of wheatgrass into 0.4 gallons of water and boil them 3 times so that the brew becomes a light yellow color. Wash your face and hands with this brew, and not a single mosquito will come near you.
#Marigolds
Not only do they look pretty, these colorful and heady flowers also repel insects, since they contain pyrethrum, an ingredient found in many insect repellents.
#Basil leaves
You can use the chopped fresh leaves and flowers of basil, or bird cherry flowers. Put them in your room or rub them on the exposed areas of your body.
#Garlic
Cut garlic cloves into slivers and scatter them around your outdoor living areas, or combine with oils and other liquid ingredients to make a repellent spray for your yard.
#Rosemary
This aromatic plant works wonders when planted in your garden, easily tackling small mosquito infestations. When barbecuing, place a few sprigs of rosemary on the grill to keep mosquitoes away as the scent wafts through the yard. In addition, rosemary can be infused into lotions or sprays to create simple repellents for your body.
