Peppermint – Cool aroma, hot defense. The intense menthol scent overwhelms mosquitoes’ sensitive receptors, sending them packing. Fair warning: mint spreads like wildfire, so keep it contained unless you want a minty takeover of your entire garden.
Calendula (Marigold) – Bright petals, bite-blocking power. These cheerful orange and yellow flowers contain pyrethrum, a natural insecticide that repels mosquitoes, flies, and other unwanted visitors. They’re basically sunshine with superpowers.
Strategic Plant Placement for Maximum Impact
Location is everything in the war against mosquitoes. Pot these power plants near doors, windows, or your patio and enjoy summer minus the swarm! Create natural barriers by grouping plants together – their combined scent creates a fortress that mosquitoes won’t dare cross.
Window boxes filled with basil and lavender turn your home’s entry points into no-fly zones. Position citronella around seating areas where you spend the most time. Scatter marigolds along pathways to create a beautiful, protective border that guides both you and guests while keeping pests away.
