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Ellenaj
In the Brooder
Other herbs that work naturally:
Basil - Potted plant - Water at root (rather than at top) for stronger aroma.
Side note: Some have had success with Rue. The leaves contain oils (when transferred to skin) that can cause severe burns, especially with prolonged sun exposure.
Basil - Potted plant - Water at root (rather than at top) for stronger aroma.
- Bay Leaf - Repels flies, moths, roaches, earwigs, and mice.
- Lavender - Repels flies, moths and fleas.
- Mint - Repels flies, mosquitoes, ants and mice.
- Tansy - More suited to outdoor growth. Repels flies, gnats, moths, ants, mice, mosquitoes, roaches, mites and bedbugs.
- Wormwood - Plant near entrance. Repels flies, ticks and moths.
- Citronella Grass - Natural repellent for insects.
Side note: Some have had success with Rue. The leaves contain oils (when transferred to skin) that can cause severe burns, especially with prolonged sun exposure.