Rosemary is another herb that mosquitoes dislike. Sow it in your garden or keep potted rosemary plants indoors to help repel mosquitoes. Citronella is a well-known natural mosquito repellent. You can ...

Rats will be more likely to come into gardens from November to begin preparing for winter which means they will chew on ...

Lavender has a pleasant fragrance for humans but is repellent to moths, fleas, flies and mosquitoes. Plant it in sunny areas and use its dried flowers inside your home. Lemongrass contains citronella, ...

as the plants can repel other insects from the fruits and vegetables. Chrysanthemums (Chrysanthemum spp.) contain pyrethrin, a natural insect repellent that is often used in mosquito repellent ...

Aloe vera is known for its healing nature and is considered a low-maintenance plant. Its unique scent repels flies. Mint is a ...

Rats and mice are more likely to invade gardens during winter as they prepare for the cold weather by feeding on plants and ...

Hyssop plants can grow nearly 2 feet tall. Lavender. Image by KateGrishekinaBO via Depositphotos. Lavender (Lavandula spp.) is cherished for its calming scent, but it’s also a strong natural insect ...

First Saturday Lime is a monthly insect repellent that’s safe to use around pets and people. This natural product keeps fleas ...

Insect repellents containing DEET have been tested and approved as safe for kids older than 2 months. DEET helps protect against mosquitoes, ticks, biting flies, chiggers, and fleas. But be sure to ...