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Mosquitoes are a total buzzkill when it comes to outdoor activities. While numerous sprays, bracelets, candles, bug zappers, and chemical repellents on the market might control them, there is another ...

Keeping buzzing insects away when you enjoy time outside in the backyard or front porch is a top priority. Some plants are known to help repel bugs and are worth planting in the garden as a natural ...

Lavender plants attract pollinators but repel some other insects including mosquitoes. The insect repellency of lavender plants, essential oils, and lavender-scented products are not the same. The ...

Anyone who enjoys the outdoors in Southeast Texas, especially during the warmer months, is forced to contend with one of nature’s most extreme annoyances — the mosquito. It’s amazing to me how such a ...

Picture stepping outside and breathing in fresh, wonderful scents, without swatting away bugs every few minutes. Some plants naturally keep insects at bay, letting you enjoy your outdoor space in ...

Your mosquito-repelling plants aren't working. It's likely because you've yet to pair them with methods to make the most of ...

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WTVF) — A bug bite can leave more than just an itchy bump. Mosquitoes can spread diseases like the West Nile virus, and ticks can transmit many diseases, including Lyme and Rocky ...

Mosquitoes do not need an invitation. They slip in quietly, usually right when you are finally relaxed. It could be late evening, a cup of tea nearby, windows open for fresh air. Then comes the ...

If you're tired of battling mosquitoes and other pesky insects in your home, these insect-repellent plants are a natural, effective, and eco-friendly solution. While chemical controls like sprays, ...

Choosing a safe but potent insect repellent to protect against mosquito- and tick-borne diseases such as Lyme disease, West Nile Virus and dengue fever can be challenging due to the many products on ...