Nothing puts a damper on summer fun like mosquitoes, those annoying little bloodsuckers that can also spread dangerous diseases. Here’s how to limit your appeal to these pesky insects and banish them from your space in natural and inexpensive ways:
• Avoid sweet smelling perfumes, body lotions or hair products – they’re “mosquito magnets.” Mosquitoes are repelled by certain scents. Plant citronella, marigolds, lemongrass, basil, lavender and catnip around your yard and in strategically placed planters to deter them.
• Avoid sweet smelling perfumes, body lotions or hair products – they’re “mosquito magnets.” Mosquitoes are repelled by certain scents. Plant citronella, marigolds, lemongrass, basil, lavender and catnip around your yard and in strategically placed planters to deter them.
• Increase air motion. Use a stand mounted reciprocating fan when you're on the deck or patio to circulate the air. Air motion makes it impossible for these lightweight vampires to maneuver, and it reduces your body heat and perspiration, which attract them in the first place.
• Create a natural mosquito repellent. Simply mix 5 or 6 drops of an essential oil that mosquitoes dislike (citronella, eucalyptus, cinnamon or lemongrass oil) to one cup of water and spray all over your body. You can also try drinking two tablespoons of apple cider vinegar each day for systemic protection.
by Old Republic Home Protection
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