Lavender and other aromatic herbs repel mosquitoes through their essential oils. Crushing the leaves releases oils—planting alone won’t do the trick. Use repellents with these oils for a natural way ...

Nothing ruins a backyard bonfire or happy hour on the patio quite like mosquitoes. Not only do these pesky insects leave itchy welts when they bite, they're also known to transmit diseases. While bug ...

CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (KFVS) - People sometimes talk about using plants to deter summertime pests like mosquitoes. While the plants certainly are not harmful to have sitting on the porch, and may ...

Mosquitoes thrive in warm, wet conditions and bite mainly to gather blood for egg production—especially invasive species like the Asian tiger mosquito, which target humans. The most effective ...

With summer in full swing, I've got a few garden gatherings lined up. But, there's one thing I'm cautious to avoid when hosting friends and family in my backyard this season: mosquitoes. They can be ...

There are two types of citronella plants, and their scientific names are Pelargonium citrosum and Cymbopogon nardus. Only Cymbopogon nardus repels mosquitoes. Citronella plants do not emit enough ...

Mosquito populations can rapidly increase within a week of a hurricane or a major flooding event. Standing water provides an ideal location for pesky mosquitoes to lay eggs, and they can spread ...

There's nothing worse than a fly buzzing around your head when you're trying to relax in your home - but there are several plants that will help to keep them at bay ...

You may not have considered using houseplants to rid your home of bugs, but some common herbs and other plants can act as natural repellents. As a bonus, these plants add visual charm to your home and ...