Bugs & Pests

Read the original list of Natural Solutions for Bugs and Pests here.

Here are more suggestions to help avoid biting insects.

Herbs

  • Garlic (internally)
  • Lemon Balm (grow near doors and patios; rub crushed leaf on skin)
  • Catnip (grow near doors and patios; rub crushed leaf on skin)
  • Peppermint (grow near doors and patios; rub crushed leaf on skin)

Essential Oils

  • Grapefruit
  • Citronella
  • Blue Cypress
  • Lavender
  • Geranium
  • Eucalyptus

Homeopathic Remedies

  • Staphysagria – Mosquitoes do not like the Delphenium plant.  This is what Staphysagria is.  Taking it in a low potency (6X or less), may help fool mosquitoes into not biting you.

Unsure how to use homeopathic remedies? Check out our helpful article for tips!

 

Note: Everything here is for information only. This is not meant to treat or diagnose any medical condition. Seek a qualified medical professional.