We usually use chemicals to fight mosquitoes and black flies, but instead of spending money on expensive products, let’s try a home remedy. How to do it? It turns out that it is enough to plant plants on the balcony that will effectively repel insects.
How to drive mosquitoes away from a balcony or garden? Bet on repellent plants
Chemical agents harm beneficial insects such as bees, so it is worth focusing on natural and ecological methods. Planting repellent plants on the balcony is an effective way to fight annoying insects. Here are the plants that mosquitoes and flies do not like.
- Catnip – is not only a beautiful decoration, but also acts as a deterrent to insects that do not like its smell.
- Fennel – grows up to a meter in height, which is why it is recommended for people with larger balconies or terraces. It requires regular watering and blooms from July to September.
- — intense smell attracts bees, but repels mosquitoes and flies. Lavender is a beautiful decoration of every balcony, does not require special care and can be successfully planted in flowerbeds, gardens or in pots.
- — is characterized by long, hanging shoots and emits an intense smell that is irritating to mosquitoes and flies. It is an annual plant.
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Mosquitoes and flies on the balcony. Herbs can also repel insects
Not only plants have a repelling power, but also herbs that emit an unpleasant smell for mosquitoes and black flies. These insects do not like basil, mint, rosemary and lemon balm. Plant one of these herbs on your balcony and they’ll stay away from you.
Source: Gazeta
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