Discover the top 15 plants that naturally repel mosquitoes in your garden! From fragrant lavender to vibrant marigolds, these beautiful plants not only enhance your outdoor space but also keep pesky ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Do you love spending time outdoors once the weather warms up, but hate feeling like a mosquito magnet? It can take just a few ...

These companion plants for garlic—including vegetables, flowers, and herbs—can increase your yield and naturally deter pests.

One downside of warmer weather is an influx of insects, specifically mosquitoes. Not only are their bites itchy and uncomfortable, but mosquitoes can also be vectors of disease. If your yard seems ...

Anyone who enjoys the outdoors in Southeast Texas, especially during the warmer months, is forced to contend with one of nature’s most extreme annoyances — the mosquito. It’s amazing to me how such a ...

No one wants ticks in their yard. But when it comes to fending them off, plants are a great alternative to insecticides or harsh chemicals. Besides, ticks are so hardy that if an insecticide kills ...

Time outdoors is time well spent—at least in my opinion—especially when local weather patterns cooperate or when it’s not too hot to work outside. For the most part, my weekends are devoted to ...

Adding mosquito-repelling plants to your garden or home can provide a natural and pleasant-smelling alternative to chemical repellents. While commercial repellents are effective, they often contain ...

Garden columnist Dan Gill answers readers' questions each week. To send a question, email Gill at dgill@agcenter.lsu.edu. Are there plants that can be grown in pots to help keep mosquitoes away from a ...