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It might be tempting to invest in a fancy bug zapper or full-scale insecticide fogger, but remember that not all bugs are nasty. Some insects, such as bees and butterflies, provide essential pollination services.
– Mosquitoes: Lemongrass, Thyme, Lavender – Ticks: Rosemary, Beautyberry, Marigold – Spiders: Basil, Mint, Lemon Balm – Flies: Petunias, Floss Flower, Nasturtiums
Standing water attracts mosquitoes and provides an area for them to lay eggs. If you find standing water in a container, such as a plant dish, dispose of it.
Lawn insecticides applied to your entire backyard use chemicals such as permethrin to kill mosquitoes, ticks, fleas, ants, and more on contact. After the initial kill, lawn insecticides provide up to one month of bug-repelling powers.