Or, throw a few sprigs on the grill to emit a fragrant smoke that chases mosquitoes away. We've compiled a list of plants with fragrant foliage that have been known, either anecdotally or ...

Improve your garden's health and productivity by using companion planting to deter pests, attract beneficial insects, and enhance soil quality.

Marigolds are beautiful flowers that not only liven up gardens but also repel nematodes, aphids, and mosquitoes with their signature smell. By planting marigolds around vegetable patches or flower ...

Cleary explained: “Pests are an unavoidable part of gardening, but there are plenty of ways to protect your plants, and your ...

The allium family includes onions, shallots, garlic, and chives, and all of those are great companion plants for peppers. The ...

By Barbara Brown When we think of mint it is usually in the context of a flavoring agent for food and drinks. But can it also ...

A study found that heat reduces the effectiveness of natural mosquito repellents like citronella and catnip oil by desensitizing TRPA1, a receptor mosquitoes use to detect irritants. At temperatures ...

New research reveals that rising temperatures may reduce the effectiveness of natural mosquito repellents like citronellal ...

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The natural insect repellent market is poised for a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.1% during the forecast period, as ...