A green-fingered woman has revealed the little-known herbs that deter pests from your garden as they grow.
She said every plant in the garden has a strong smell that insects avoid.
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Needmore Farms (@needmorefarms) has gained more than 146 thousand followers on Instagram, sharing home and garden tips.
As spring brought warmer days, many homeowners noticed an increase in the number of critters eating their plants.
An infestation of biting and stinging insects can also make relaxing on the patio or porch less appealing.
The gardening enthusiast recommended placing a pot with a strong-smelling plant in areas where insects may frequent.
She said bug-repellent planters can be positioned on outdoor tables for a “bug-free spring.”
She suggested filling the jars with basil, lemongrass, lemon thyme, sage and lavender.
She revealed that different plant varieties can be equally effective at deterring pests.
Herbs not only look elegant in a garden, but they can also be used to add flavor to cooking.
Nearly 26,000 viewers liked the video and many took to the comments section to say they were grateful for the advice.
“I’m definitely going to plant this in my trailer,” one person said.
“Mint and lavender are my 2s,” wrote another.
“I like to make any thyme,” added a third.
PURCHASE OF SEEDS
Seeds of most of the recommended herbs are available in a box at Wal-Mart for $3.99.
Customers gave it a 4.2-star rating and shared their honest opinions in reviews.
“Great little collection of all the major herbs,” said one person.
“They’re all sprouting now and I can’t wait to incorporate my own home-grown herbs into my food. Wonderful starter kit.”
“I love growing herbs and for the price I love it even more,” said another.
“A complete list of herbs we need every day, for flavor and health.”
Tips for Keeping Pests in Your Garden
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- Plant companion plants, such as peppermint, to repel mice.
- Place Garden Netting Pest Barrier$8, Amazon, about your flower beds.
- Fill open containers with beer and place in the soil to repel slugs.
- Spray plants with Neem Oil$9, Target, to repel ants, flies, and spiders.
- Sprinkle your flowerbeds with diatomaceous earth$8.26, Amazon.
- Mix 1 tablespoon of dish soap, 10 drops of peppermint oil and 4 cups of water and spray on flower beds.
- Place eggshells around plants to protect them from slugs and snails.
HEALTHY HERBS
O Royal Horticultural Society recommends sowing basil seeds in well-draining soil in a sunny area in early summer.
Plants should be spaced 8 to 12 inches apart to avoid overcrowded conditions.
Lemongrass and lavender also require warm weather and regular watering to thrive.
David Denyer, specialist online flower retailer Efloristpreviously told The US Sun, mint and rosemary can also deter bugs.
He recommended using companion planting and hand-picking pests, such as plant slugs, to repel insects.
“This method ensures that surrounding plants and beneficial wildlife remain unexposed to harmful chemicals,” he said.
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