Mint (Mentha spp.) Mint is another herb that's great for repelling mosquitoes, thanks to its strong, refreshing scent. Native to Europe and Asia, mint contains menthol, a natural compound that ...

Peppermint The mere presence of these herbs in your house or garden may not ward off mosquitoes. However, if you’d like to spend an evening on your balcony without being attacked by the pesky ...

Not only does lavender produce a pleasant aroma, but it also contains essential oils that repel mosquitoes. Plant it near windows or doorways to stop them from entering your home. Not only is basil a ...

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

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, ...

Like basil, mint smells good and makes a good addition to a meal. That said, ants, mice and mosquitoes really don’t like mint. Hate it in fact. The licorice-like scent of petunias is enough to ...

Keep your surroundings clean, and free of stagnant water which mosquitoes breed in. Essential oils like eucalyptus, peppermint, lemon, and tea tree oil repel mosquitoes. Use a diffuser to keep ...