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Banish Mosquitoes! Plant These 5 Fragrant Herbs on Your Balcony
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12-03-2026, 11:48
Banish Mosquitoes! Plant These 5 Fragrant Herbs on Your Balcony
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Discover 5 fragrant plants that naturally repel mosquitoes and other insects, protecting your home from diseases like dengue and malaria.
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Tulsi (Holy Basil) is a powerful repellent; its pungent scent deters mosquitoes and its elements destroy larvae.
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Lemongrass, the source of Citronella oil, has a refreshing lemon scent that is toxic to mosquitoes and is easy to grow.
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Marigold flowers contain Pyrethrum, an insecticide ingredient, and their special scent keeps flying insects away, especially in the evening.
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Lavender's soothing fragrance repels insects, mice, and flies, while Mint's pungent scent deters mosquitoes, ants, and spiders, also serving kitchen use.
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