Forget about bites on the body - which plants repel mosquitoes.

Summer is the season of mosquitoes that literally 'devour' during the evenings, especially in the shade, but there is one effective method that will help you get rid of them efficiently. Experienced gardeners have shared which plants you definitely need to plant in your garden to repel pesky insects.

Which plants can repel mosquitoes in summer

Peppermint

These greedy insects are very afraid of this plant as it has a quite sharp smell. By planting it in your area, you will enjoy a pleasant aroma all summer long, which is considered literally deadly for mosquitoes. Furthermore, you can dry the leaves for winter, which you will then add to tea.

Lavender

Beautiful purple flowers create an incredible look in your yard, but mosquitoes cannot stand their smell. Therefore, if you want to spend evenings outside in a calm atmosphere without buzzing in your ear, be sure to plant lavender on your plot.

Basil

This useful plant not only repels mosquitoes with its aroma but also relieves itching after their bites on the body. To prevent it from itching, just rub a basil leaf on the spot. You can, by the way, plant it in a pot and place it on the veranda.

Let us remind you, we wrote about how to protect yourself from mosquito and gnat bites in summer.

Earlier, we talked about how to effectively get rid of flies in the house.

We also reported on how to recognize insect bites on the body and relieve symptoms.

A selection of tips for gardeners on planting plants that will help repel mosquitoes in summer can be useful and add comfort during relaxation in nature.