Chemicals and essential oils are not the only way to force insects to bypass their own garden. The repellent function can also be provided by certain plants, which emit a strong aroma that is unacceptable to insects. For example, dill, hemp, cilantro and tomatoes discourage cabbage whites, beetles and horseradish do not like beetles, chamomile, garlic, bubbles and yarrow do not support flies, and perennials, mint, shrubs, garlic and chives. Then there are lots of other plants that are quite successful in eliminating flies and mosquitoes from the garden, which become a real headache when you want to stay outside as long as possible during the long summer evenings.
Eager to learn more about them so you can grow them in your garden? Keep reading below.
Basil
It is an annual plant with an intense aroma, somewhat reminiscent of tulip or nutmeg. The leaves of basil play a great decorative role. Depending on the variety, they can be dark green or purple. The aroma of basil repels flies and mosquitoes. Basil is traditionally planted next to tomatoes.
Tern
It is a perennial plant that blooms with yellow flowers. The stems, leaves and flowers of the ferns emit an essential oil that smells like balm. It does not particularly like mosquitoes and flies.
Southernwood
It is a ramified perennial plant which can reach one meter, with silvery or grayish green leaves, and yellowish green flowers. The specific and pungent aroma of the deciduous leaves effectively repels flies, fleas and blakes. To prevent insects from growing in the house, the leaves of the tree can be spread around the room on the floor, and pests can be stuffed into the gaps so that pests do not attack onion, carrot, cabbage and beet beds.
White Dictamnus
It is a perennial ornamental plant, thanks to its properties it is used even in medicine. The dicton blooms with white or pink flowers unfolding in high erect clusters. The leaves of the dicton emit a fragrant essential oil. Their aroma is close to that of lemon and rut. It should be noted that dicton leaves can burn the skin, and it is also important to remember that despite the obvious benefits, one of which is an effective insect repellent, all parts of the plant are toxic.
St. John’s Wort
This is a perennial evergreen medicinal plant. The flowers of St. John’s wort are usually blue, but sometimes pink or white. The plant contains pinene, cineole and camphene, which repel flies and mosquitoes.
Lavender
It is an evergreen perennial plant, usually grown for its ornamental appearance. All parts of lavender contain essential oils, flavanoids, coumarin, tannins and aromatic substances. Lavender’s strong odor keeps flies and moths away. Experts recommend planting lavender among roses to repel aphids and ants.
Jaundice
It is an aromatic perennial plant used for medicinal purposes. The essential oil contained in the stems and leaves of the yellows plant has a strong aroma, somewhat reminiscent of the aroma of celery. Yellows are often grown in clumps and beds to repel mosquitoes. The juice of the yellowish leaves crushed between the fingers can also be applied to the skin.
Catnip
This is a perennial herb that is used for its healing and aromatic properties. Catnip flowers in blue. Its leaves contain certain essential oils with a strong lemon scent and antimicrobial and insecticidal effects. Catnip can be planted next to other aromatic foliage or perennials that grow near the house. These herbs are effective in repelling mosquitoes.
Garlic
You can see garlic planted among the strawberries. This is done to protect the strawberries from strawberry ticks. Garlic can also be planted next to roses as it is effective in repelling aphids.
There you are! You now know which plant to grow in your garden to repel insects and pests. Do you have any other tips to get rid of those pesky little animals? Share them in the comments below.
