Plant Mosquito Repellent Plants In Swampy Areas
Mosquitos are among some of the most irksome pests, and they're quite persistent if you live near an area where they readily reproduce, like a swamp. But while you might feel like you're trying to fight an uphill battle attempting to get rid of them, there may be some natural defenses you could easily employ to keep them at bay. If mosquitos won't seem to leave you alone, here are some mosquito repellent plants to grow in swampy areas to ward them off.
Mosquitos Hate Lavender
Featuring long stems with gorgeous small purple flowers, lavender is a plant that needs no introduction. While many know it for its calming and powerful scent, few may know that this same scent can keep mosquitos at bay, regardless of whether you grow it near your home or rub the oils from the flowers onto your body. Lavender can flower anywhere from spring to mid-summer, lasting three to four weeks and providing you with the relief you need.
Nearly All Bugs Hate Citronella Especially Mosquitos
Citrus has a strange ability to keep pests at bay, so it's no surprise that citronella is an excellent plant to use to ward off mosquitos. Unlike the other plants on this list, citronella is a tall, hardy grass that, while unassuming, smells great and keeps you protected. Citronella is long-lasting and typically blooms towards the end of its life, ranging anywhere from early spring to mid-fall.
Catnip Has A Chemical That Mosquitos Hate
Catnip doesn't just drive cats wild; it also drives mosquitos away. Both of these effects of the catnip plant are due to a chemical known as nepetalactone. Catnip produces very small purple or white flowers, and they typically bloom from spring through fall, lasting one or two months. Catnip spreads quickly, so take care to plant it away from other plants to avoid them being taken over.
Marigolds Are Stunning And Mosquitos Hate Them
Marigolds are versatile and strikingly beautiful flowers, featuring large clusters of petals that include such colors as orange and yellow, copper, white, and more. But beyond their beauty, they're wonderful plants to have around if you wish to get rid of mosquitos due to a chemical called pyrethrum. Marigolds may bloom anywhere from spring to fall and will last for a few months.
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