The presence of mosquitoes in a summer cottage is a headache and one of the biggest problems for gardeners.
Simple methods will help you quickly rid your garden of annoying insects without special means.
How to get rid of mosquitoes
Mosquitoes react to various smells, many of which greatly frighten the insects.
Use this trick to spend time safely on your property.
What plants are not tolerated by mosquitoes
Tomato bushes placed around the perimeter of the plot will prevent insects from flying into your territory en masse.
Mosquitoes will not like the smell of mint, lavender and wormwood.
Thus, the leaves and flowers of bird cherry growing in the garden will release phytoncides that repel mosquitoes, midges, horseflies, and flies.
The presence of these plants on the site will help you quickly forget about mosquito bites.
Effective mosquito repellent
Clove essential oil is renowned for its beneficial properties and can be used as a natural mosquito repellent.
Peppermint or lavender oil, eucalyptus will make mosquitoes quickly retreat from your site and keep a decent distance from it.
Grapefruit, orange and other citrus oils can act as repellents.