How to deter mosquitoes?




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Ann|The Apple Street Cottage on Jun 26, 2018
Grow basil, lemon balm, rosemary, peppermint, and lavender - all scents they do not like!Helpful Reply -
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Naomie Moore aka baileyanddaisey, Castaic CA on Jun 26, 2018
There are a number of things you can do. Here are some suggestions.http://www.naturallivingideas.com/keep-mosquitoes-away/https://www.tipsbulletin.com/how-to-repel-mosquitoes/And plants help too! See what will work in your garden.https://www.countryliving.com/gardening/garden-ideas/g2479/plants-that-repel-mosquitoes/Helpful Reply -
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Dfm on Jun 27, 2018
the best way is to prevent them from breeding.the mosquitoes hatch the young in water. Empty all water containing items In your yard. They only need a bout a table spoon of water to hatch the young. If you have rain barrels put screens on them to stop the skeeters.Helpful Reply -
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Alison Savill on Jun 27, 2018
rub vicevapor rub on your skin it deters themHelpful Reply -
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Alison Savill on Jun 27, 2018
vicksHelpful Reply -
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