AMERICANS looking to keep mosquitoes away all summer long don’t need chemical candles or sprays.
Just one addition to their backyard gardens can keep Americans bug-bite free through Labor Day and beyond.
Backyard gardens need just one addition to keep mosquitoes away from pool parties and barbecue nights all summer long Credit: Getty
Scented geraniums come in a variety of aromas, and are key in keeping mosquitoes out of backyards Credit: Getty
Scented geraniums are a gardener’s best friend when it comes to and away from family gatherings.
These plants come in various scents such as pine, nutmeg, and lemon, all of which are known to be natural mosquito repellents.
They release these scents when brushed or touched, even if only by wind, making them a no-brainer addition to outdoor gardens as a constant repellent.
They grow best in containers with well-draining , and are best kept in sunlight for as much of the day as possible.
Aside from these initial placement steps, geraniums require little attention from homeowners, and are even .
Botanists will still want to water them thoroughly, but only when the plants visibly need it, especially after long summer stretches without rain.
Other plants can also efficiently enough to replace sprays and candles, especially those with lemon in their name and citronella.
Homeowners who lack a green thumb in any capacity aren’t out of options, with a natural home remedy relying on the same principles.
A spray of lemon juice, oil, and vanilla extract both masks the scent of human blood attracting the insects and deters them with scents they dislike.
It can be used on clothes, around home entrances, and even on outside furniture to keep the pests away while freshening up the area.
Eze Chidiebere Paul
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