7 plants to have at home to ward off spiders, flies and mosquitoes forever

Mosquitoes, flies and spiders often enter our homes, especially in the summer months. We usually use industrial repellents which, although effective, put our own health at risk.

There are some plants in nature that have a repellent action on these insects, and keep them away for a long time. Below we list 7 plants that repel spiders, flies and mosquitoes .

Lavender . It is particularly effective against flies and mosquitoes, but also butterflies and fleas. It has a very pleasant aroma for us, but unbearable for these insects.

Peppermint . Although it has a very pleasant smell, it is one of the most effective plants for keeping spiders and mosquitoes away.

Lemongrass . An ingredient in many industrial repellent products, such as sprays and candles, citronella is one of the most effective plants for keeping insects away from our homes.
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