What Helps Mosquitoes Stay Away?
WouterHaving a few plants in your yard can help mosquitoes stay away. A few common plants that repel insects are lavender, citrosum, basil, rosemary, sage, and catnip.
In addition to the plants, you can use essential oils. These are not regulated by the Food and Drug Administration, so make sure to buy them from a reputable source. You can add a few drops of these to a base oil such as jojoba, almond, olive, or coconut oil.
You can also make a bug spray using a mixture of apple cider vinegar, witch hazel, and 20 drops of essential oils. The smell of this mixture is enough to deter mosquitoes. You can use this mixture as a spray, or you can put it in a diffuser.
Other products that you can use to keep mosquitoes away are citronella torches and incense. These are both made with a blend of citronella and other essential oils. You can also purchase insecticides to use on your yard. These are usually made from chemicals, but the CDC claims they are safe.
Another way to repel mosquitoes is to cut down on sources of standing water. Pool covers, empty ceramic pots, and unused tires all collect water around your home. You can remove these sources, or you can clean them out regularly.
To keep mosquitoes from settling in your vegetation, you can use cedar mulch. You can also add pinon wood to your fire pit. This type of wood gives off a distinctive odor that mosquitoes don’t like.
