7 Plants That Keep Mosquitoes Away

Citronella - Citronella is one of the most well-known mosquito-repelling plants, with a strong scent that masks the scent of carbon dioxide and lactic acid that attracts mosquitoes.

Lavender - Lavender has a pleasant scent that humans love but mosquitoes hate. Plant lavender in your garden or place dried lavender in sachets in your home to repel mosquitoes.

Catnip - Catnip contains a compound called nepetalactone, which is a strong mosquito repellent. You can plant catnip in your garden or crush the leaves and rub them on your skin to repel mosquitoes.

Marigold - Marigolds contain a compound called pyrethrum, which is a natural insecticide. Plant marigolds in your garden to repel mosquitoes and other insects.

Peppermint - Peppermint has a strong scent that repels mosquitoes. You can plant peppermint in your garden or use peppermint oil in a diffuser to keep mosquitoes away.

Basil - Basil contains compounds that repel mosquitoes, including eugenol and citronellol. Plant basil in your garden or crush the leaves and rub them on your skin to repel mosquitoes.

Lemon balm - Lemon balm has a strong lemon scent that repels mosquitoes. You can plant lemon balm in your garden or crush the leaves and rub them on your skin to repel mosquitoes.