Floss flowers are generally grown outdoors ... Again, you can strategically place these plants to repel mosquitoes from any entrances to your home. These are toxic to cats and dogs though ...

As a bonus, plants that smell terrible to mosquitoes smell great to humans, so your patio will be enhanced by both the natural mosquito repellent and the sweet scent of flowers. These are the best ...

Lavender often appears on plant lists that can repel unwanted bugs but the scented flowers also draw in important pollinators ...

A broad-spectrum, pest-repelling plant gardeners have sworn by for generations is marigold in its many varieties. This annual species has the advantage of thriving when mosquitoes are at their worst.

No gardener wants to spend time and energy on their vegetable patch, only for pests to destroy the crop. Plant these flowers ...

The flowers can also be used in bouquets or dried for potpourri to extend their insect-repelling properties indoors. Basil is a dual-purpose plant, serving as both a culinary herb and a mosquito ...

Flowers typically are smaller than traditional ... catmint possesses mosquito-repelling qualities. For the best mosquito-repelling results, plant it near outdoor seating areas and entryways ...

For gardeners looking to reduce their reliance on sprays and chemicals, Ms Faiza shares some plants that offer an attractive ...

Luckily, there are natural alternatives to get rid of ticks, that doesn't involve toxic repellent sprays. These ...