As we slide into summer, it’s important to consider those pesky mosquitoes and how to keep them away from you. Aside from being a nuisance, the unwanted insects can also carry diseases. In fact, ...

Picture stepping outside and breathing in fresh, wonderful scents, without swatting away bugs every few minutes.

Do mosquito-repellent plants really work? Buzzing past your ear as you lounge on the patio, leaving welts on your kids’ ankles as they play in the grass, preventing you from sleeping with their ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." While there are so many exciting things to look forward to as the weather warms up, there are also a few ...

There are numerous plants that can help get rid of mosquitoes from your backyard. Hammond recommends these plants to keep bugs at bay. All of them are happy to grow in containers as well and many of ...

Here’s how to keep these biting pests away from your family. When you’re trying to enjoy your flower garden or tending your tomatoes, nothing’s more annoying than the constant whine of mosquitoes.

Ever wonder why pests keep showing up in your garden, even when you think you’ve done everything right? Sometimes, the ...

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 ...

Don't let mosquitoes ruin your backyard barbecues and other summer plans. The pesky, uninvited guests are not just a nuisance, they also pose potential health risks. Mosquitoes can carry diseases such ...

Garden columnist Dan Gill answers readers' questions each week. To send a question, email Gill at dgill@agcenter.lsu.edu. Do you have any suggestions for plants that repel mosquitoes? I live in the ...

While everyone knows that slathering yourself with a spray that contains DEET can effectively keep mosquitoes at bay, plenty of articles and lists online also offer other solutions — including ...