The citronella plant (Pelargonium citrosum ... or brew them up for a homemade herbal tea—it’s a practical and beautiful plant ...

This pretty herb also has major gardening ... optimize its efficiency by planting it near other mosquito-repellent plants, ...

The licorice-like scent of petunias is enough to turn off many an insect including aphids, hornworms and squash bugs. The ...

Here’s what does and doesn’t work. Gimmicky repellents don’t work Citronella has been regarded as a “natural” mosquito repellent. But there’s no indication that citronella candles ...

Essential oils (like citronella) are just not that great at repelling mosquitoes and ticks. And in candle form, there's no indication that they provide more protection than any other candle ...