It’s always best to prevent pests from getting into your home in the first place. There are certain types of vegetation you can plant that will serve as natural repellants for insects and other pests in Donnelly, ID. These are easy ways to try to keep pests out, but if pests do gain entry, it’s wise to give your trusted Boise, ID pest control company a call.

Here’s a look at the top most common pest control plants:

Fennel

If you have a garden, you know how troublesome snails can be. While not insects, these mollusks are actually very good climbers, and will easily crawl up flowering plants so they can feast on the buds. They go even further than that, stripping bark off young trees, chewing holes through leaves, and eating ripening fruit.

To keep them away, plant some fennel in shaded, wet areas of your garden, which is where snails are drawn to.

Mint

A natural insect repellent, mint has strong aromatic properties that act as a deterrent for insects, such as flies, mosquitoes, fleas, ants, and moths. There are two ways to use mint in your pest control efforts: raw or prepared.

Place raw mint around the home to ward off unwanted bugs, or boil dried or fresh mint leaves to make a natural pest-repellent spray for indoor or outdoor use. The key is to renew the scent on a regular basis, so be sure to add fresh mint or reapply spray regularly.

Lavender

Lavender releases an intense aroma that keeps insects such as moths, fleas, and mosquitoes away. It’s also effective against mice and rats. Keep these pests from entering your home by planting it near doorways or windows. You can also place the lavender in sachets around the house.

Chrysanthemums

Chrysanthemums keep pests away from gardens and other outdoor areas due to a chemical called pyrethrin that repels insects. Grow these pretty plants around the perimeter of your garden to prevent the intrusion of bugs and other small critters. Plus, chrysanthemums also attract many insects that are beneficial to your garden, such as ladybugs, hoverflies, and lacewings that eat garden pests like spider mites and aphids.

Marigolds

Marigolds keep flying insects out of your garden, which is important if you’re trying to grow produce. Plant marigolds in your garden boxes or vegetable beds so you can look forward to welcoming a delicious crop next spring. Just be aware that due to their bright color and nutritional benefits, marigolds tend to attract bees – a worthy tradeoff that needs to be considered whenever you build a garden.

Contact Eco Pest Control

Are those plants just not cutting it for pest control? We have the answers, and the proven solutions, to keep your McCall home pest-free. To get a free quote and to set up an inspection with our Cascade exterminators, contact us at 208-600-8734.