Gardening Benefits! Lavender to Tulsi: Plants That Naturally Repel Mosquitoes

Tired of mosquitoes buzzing around? Plant these in your home garden or on your balcony to naturally repel mosquitoes. Keep scrolling to learn more.

Natural mosquito repellent

Certain plants naturally distract and deter mosquitoes by releasing strong aromas in the air from their essential oils that mask human scents. Are you too tired of mosquitoes this monsoon season? Keep scrolling to know what plants you can plant.

Lavender

Lavender has a soothing scent for humans that disrupts mosquitoes' ability to track targets.

Tusli

Tulsi releases a clove-like eugenol scent that works well when placed near doorways or windows.

Peppermint

Peppermint has high menthol content and overwhelms insect sensors. It is best grown in separate pots because it spreads rapidly.

Lemongrass

Lemon grass contains natural citronella oils, and this plant thrives in warm, sunny spaces.