During the rainy season, the menace of mosquitoes and other insects increases. They disrupt sleep, cause rashes, and increase the risk of diseases like dengue and malaria. Many mosquito repellents are ...

Essential oils like vetiver are used in diffusers, body oils and more for potential health benefits. It's important to ...

If you enjoy spending your evenings outside then you should consider getting some of these plants to keep bugs away. Citronella Grass. When it comes to keeping mosquitoes away citronella grass is one ...

Short grass, minimal overgrowth and organised garden tools are your allies." He likened tidy gardens to tidy rooms: "It's like keeping your room tidy, fewer places to hide means fewer unwanted guests.

Share on Pinterest Lemongrass, also called citronella, is a tall, stalky plant with a fresh, lemony aroma and citrus flavor. It’s a common ingredient in Thai cooking. It’s also commonly used ...

The Royal Horticultural Society is the UK’s leading gardening charity. We aim to enrich everyone’s life through plants, and make the UK a greener and more beautiful place.

Buffalo grass (Bouteloua dactyloides), is a low-maintenance, drought-tolerant grass native to North America. In particular, buffalo grass is best suited to USDA Zones 5 through 9 in the Great ...

Do not confuse the genus with Citronella grass, another mosquito-repellent plant that shares the same name. Most kitchen gardens and salad bars include spearmints and peppermints. Or you can prop them ...

Sept. 22 marked the official start of fall, which typically means it’s about time to store your Citronella candles. However, the NPMA believes summer pests could stick around longer than usual.