These Insanely Helpful Garden Plants Keep the Mosquitoes Away

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Citronella - Cymbopogon nardus: Known for its strong aroma that repels mosquitoes, citronella is a popular choice for gardens and outdoor spaces.

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Lavender - Lavandula angustifolia: Apart from its calming scent, lavender also deters mosquitoes, making it a beautiful and functional addition to your garden.

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Marigold - Tagetes spp.: These vibrant flowers not only add color to your garden but also contain compounds that mosquitoes find unpleasant, helping to keep them at bay.

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Rosemary - Rosmarinus officinalis: Besides being a flavorful herb, rosemary emits a fragrance that mosquitoes dislike, making it a useful plant for mosquito control.

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Basil - Ocimum basilicum: This versatile herb not only enhances culinary dishes but also has mosquito-repelling properties, especially when its leaves are crushed.

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Catnip - Nepeta cataria: Cats love it, but mosquitoes hate it. Catnip contains a compound called nepetalactone that mosquitoes find repulsive.

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Peppermint - Mentha × piperita: The strong scent of peppermint masks the odors that attract mosquitoes, making it a natural deterrent for these pesky insects.

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Chrysanthemum - Chrysanthemum spp.: Chrysanthemums contain pyrethrin, a natural insecticide that is effective against mosquitoes and other pests.

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