If you’re looking for a more natural way to make your home and garden less attractive to unwanted pests, certain aromatic plants may be worth considering.
Many herbs and ornamental plants contain strong-smelling essential oils and natural compounds that can affect insects and may make certain areas less appealing to them. Some gardeners also use strongly scented plants around areas where they have noticed mice or other pests.
However, there is an important distinction: plants are not a guaranteed pest-control solution. A few pots of herbs will not eliminate an established mouse infestation or a large population of insects. Think of them as one part of a broader prevention strategy.
Here are eight plants commonly used for their pest-repelling properties.
1. Peppermint
Peppermint is one of the most popular plants associated with natural pest deterrence.
Its strong aroma comes largely from compounds such as menthol. Many people grow peppermint neardoors,
