These 10 Insanely Helpful Garden Plants Keep the Mosquitoes Away

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Citronella Grass: Known for its mosquito-repelling scent, this plant is commonly used in mosquito-repellent candles.

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Lavender: Besides its soothing fragrance, lavender naturally repels mosquitoes due to its essential oils.

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Marigolds: Containing pyrethrum, an ingredient found in many insect repellents, marigolds are effective in keeping mosquitoes at bay.

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Basil: This herb not only repels mosquitoes but also can be used in cooking, making it a dual-purpose plant.

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Catnip: Studies have shown that catnip is more effective than DEET in repelling mosquitoes, thanks to the compound nepetalactone.

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Peppermint: The strong scent of peppermint is disliked by mosquitoes and can also be used to relieve mosquito bites.

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Lemongrass: Contains citronella, which is widely used in natural mosquito repellents.

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Rosemary: In addition to being a culinary herb, rosemary’s strong fragrance deters mosquitoes.

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