Plants that Repel Mosquitoe

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Citronella 

Citronella is one of the most popular mosquito-repelling plants, and for good reason. Its essential oil is often used in candles, sprays, and other insect repellents.  They prefer full sun and moist, well-drained soil. 

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Basil 

Basil plants can be grown in pots or in the ground. They prefer full sun and well-drained soil. 

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Lavender 

Lavender is another popular mosquito-repelling plant. It has a pleasant aroma that is soothing to humans but off-putting to mosquitoes.  

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Marigolds 

Marigolds are a beautiful flower that also happens to be a natural mosquito repellent. The strong scent of marigolds is unpleasant to mosquitoes and helps to keep them away.  

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Peppermint

Peppermint has a strong, mentholated scent that mosquitoes hate. Peppermint plants can be grown in pots or in the ground. They prefer full sun or partial shade and well-drained soil. 

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Catnip 

Catnip is another plant with a strong scent that mosquitoes dislike. It is also known to attract cats, so it can be a good choice for people who have both cats and mosquitoes to deal with 

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Lemon balm 

Lemon balm is a member of the mint family and has a strong citrusy scent. Mosquitoes find this scent to be unpleasant and will avoid it. 

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Pennyroyal 

Pennyroyal is a small, creeping plant with a strong minty scent. It is known to be a very effective mosquito repellent, but it is important to note that pennyroyal can be toxic if ingested. 

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