Citronella candles used as a repellant. Image by tcostachiioiu via Depositphotos. Citronella is a well-known mosquito repellent used in candles and sprays. Its lemony scent masks the carbon dioxide ...

You have a potent garlic solution. Add this to your garden irrigation or spray it directly on foliage to naturally repel mosquitoes and protect your plants.

In our tough tests, a panel of brave volunteers applied the repellents and placed their arm in mesh cages filled with mosquitos. We checked every half hour to see if any bites had occurred. We ...

Simply sprinkle a little salt on shelves or areas where pests have been seen. Garlic is known for its strong odour, which is very effective at repelling a variety of insects. It’s particularly useful ...

Oil of lemon eucalyptus has been found to be the most effective natural mosquito repellent. Studies have also shown that citronella can provide a bit of protection. You may also hear about the ...

However, it’s worth noting that these remedies have typically been found significantly less effective than their traditional counterparts; a mix of mozzie-repelling strategies should work best.

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

We will be in Bali for 3 weeks in August. What is the best repellent for mosquitos and can we get it there or should be stock up here. What about Mosquito repellent plugins and coils - are they widely ...