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Bugs are a thing of life, which means you cannot live 100 percent bug free, no matter how much you might try. Mosquitoes, flies, ants and other bugs can be a big nuisance for homeowners, especially those who like to enjoy the outdoors during the warmer months of the year. Many people who want to enjoy the outdoors don’t want bugs to bother them, but also don’t like to use insecticides. Instead, there are natural bug repellent ideas out there for all.
Citronella Candles
The most popular natural bug repellent idea is to light a Citronella candle when outside. Place these candles on tiki torches or on your outdoor tables and light all of them. The scent from these candles will keep bugs at bay. If you have a large area to protect from bugs, make sure you have enough candles lit to create a barrier.
Bug Repellent Sunscreen
There is bug repellent sunscreen on the market today. This natural product kills two birds with one stone; it protects your skin from the harmful rays of the sun, while also preventing you from being bitten by bugs.
Plant Mosquito Repellent Plants
There are plants you can purchase and plant around your garden and yard that help to repel mosquitoes. Some plants you can purchase include catnip, lemon balm, citronella, marigolds, lavender, basil, garlic peppermint, geranium and rosemary.
Get Rid of Standing Water
Another popular natural bug repellent idea is to get rid of standing water. Standing water is the perfect breeding ground for bugs, especially mosquitoes. Water can pool in buckets, toys, and any other item in your backyard that does not have holes in the bottom of it for drainage. The more often you get rid of standing water, the less likely it is that bugs will bother you.
Eat Garlic
Garlic is a natural bug repellent. The more garlic you eat, the more it will seep through your pores and emit a stench that will repel bugs. Just a side note, eating a ton of garlic could also repel humans!
Use Rosemary When Grilling
If you enjoy grilling during the warmer months, use rosemary each time. Throw some rosemary sticks on the grill to create a smell that will repel bugs, especially mosquitoes. Not only will the smell repel the bugs, it will also add some great flavor to your meal.
Use Tick Killz
Tick Killz is a natural bug repellent product, so be sure to use it the next time you need to get rid of mosquitoes or repel bugs for an outdoor event.
Contact the friendly staff at Tick Killz today to learn more about their natural bug repellent product.