If the mosquitoes attach themselves on you like ticks to the fashion influencers who follow the trends, then it’s time to move on to the natural offensive. Forget about chemical repellent and sprays that have the same smell of products for cleaning the 90s. Your garden, your balcony or your windowsill can prove to be your best weapon, if the qualities of plants that literally keep mosquitoes away from their path.
Yes, you read well. Nature has a secret army of herbal allies which, with essential oils, intense perfumes and elegance, carry out a job that chemical repellents can only dream. Below we present 12 beautiful, fragrant plants, often even useful in the kitchen, but that mosquitoes cannot stand.
1. CITRIERELLA (CLYBOPOGON NARRUS)
Citronella is the queen of repellent plants. Its characteristic lemon scent acts like a natural shield against mosquitoes. It thrives in sunny places, in well -drained soils. Win it moderately and protect it from frost. It grows better in pots, as it can be moved at home during the winter.
2. Lavender (distressing distress)
It is elegant for us, fragrant and delicate, but a real nightmare for mosquitoes. Lavender essential oils have a repellent effect. It thrives in full sun, in sandy and well drained soils. He waters it moderately because he does not like excessive humidity. For better growth, prune it after flowering.
3. Calendula (Calendula officinalis)
Calendula is not only a medicinal plant, but also contains pyrethrine, a natural insecticide. Plan it in sunny places, in a rich and slightly humid soil. Regularly eliminate the dried flowers and eventually fertilize. In addition to its repellent effect, it is also a nice decoration.
4. Basilico (basil)
Basil is the protagonist of every Mediterranean dish, but its strong smell is a nightmare for mosquitoes. It requires a sunny position and regular watering. It grows well in pots on the kitchen shelf, so you will always have a defense and a fresh ingredient at hand.
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Fresh for humans, hellish for mosquitoes. For greater protection, the leaves can be crushed and rubbed on the skin. Mint is not a very demanding plant, but prefers to stay away from the flowerbed, so it is advisable to plant it in pots. It thrives in the sun and in partial shadow, in humid soils.
6. Gatta grass (Nepeta Cataria)
Crazy for cats, terrifying for mosquitoes. Studies show that it is even more effective than Deet. It grows rapidly and luxuriantly, thriving both in the sun and partial shadow. It requires minimum care and regular pruning to remain compact.
7. Rosmarino (Rosmarinus officinalis)
In addition to its culinary uses, rosemary keeps mosquitoes away thanks to its strong perfume. It thrives in the sun, in dry and rocky soils. It needs very little water. Ideal for Mediterranean gardens and spirals of aromatic herbs.
8. Lemonella (Cymbopogon Citratus)
Its aroma is almost identical to that of the lemongrass. It thrives on hot climates, with a lot of sun and humidity. It requires regular watering and frost protection. We plant it in a pot so that we can protect it in autumn.
9. Pelargonium (Geranium, in particular species of citronella)
Beauty and practical functionality. The flowers are beautiful to look at, but their strong lemon scent keeps mosquitoes away. Thrives in the sun or partial shadow; It is sufficient to water moderately. For a lush flowering, regularly remove the dried parts.
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10. Salvia (Salvia officinalis)
Much more than a simple kitchen ingredient. By burning the sage leaves, a very effective smoke is produced against mosquitoes. It thrives on dry soils and the sun, but does not stand too much water. After flowering, prune it to keep it compact.
11. Eucalipto (Eucalyptus spp.)
His strong chin scent makes him very effective against mosquitoes. In our conditions prosperous in pots, as it is not resistant to the cold. It needs a lot of light and regular watering. Eucalyptus essential oil is a natural repellent.
12. Lantana (Lantana Camara)
Colored explosionwhich pushes mosquitoes to despair. It thrives in sunny places and cannot stand the frost. Irrigation must be moderate. In addition to keeping mosquitoes away, attracts butterflies, so your garden will seem to come out of a fairy tale.
Bonus suggestions for maximum impact:
- For a more intense perfume, plant plants in groups.
- Place them near the entrance doors, windows, living areas and outdoor dining tables.
- Watering adequately: most of these plants prefer dry or excessively humid soil.
- Prick them regularly and remove the dead parts to obtain lush growth.
With nature against trouble
With these 12 plants you can create a wonderful, fragrant, colorful and above all free paradise from mosquitoes. You say goodbye to natural beauty and the pimples that itch. The point? Your garden will seem out of Pinterest.
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