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 Herbal
Ideas for Deck and Patio
*Plant Pennyroyal around the perimeter of the patio or in containers
on the deck to help deter mosquitos and fleas. You can even crush
a few of the leaves in your hand and rub them on your skin (avoid
your face) to act as a natural mosquito repellent.
 *Other
herbs that work to repel mosquitos when the leaves are crushed and
rubbed on the skin are the lemon-scented herbs like Lemon Mint,
Lemon Thyme, Lemon Grass and Lemon Verbena.
*Plant Lavender under the outlet vent from your clothes dryer.
When drying clothes, step outside with a cup of tea. The warm air
from the dryer vent will spread the scent of Lavender all through
the patio or deck area for a relaxing treat.
*Hang a bunch of Tansy near the patio door to discourage flies
and ants from entering the house.
*Plant the variety of scented geranium called Pelargonium citrosum
'Vanieeni' also known as Mosquito Plant in containers on the deck
or patio to repel mosquitos from the area. Scented geraniums are
very tender perennials. Bring the plant inside as a house plant
during the months when there is danger of frost.
 *Thymes,
Mints, Parsley, Basil, Sage, Marjoram and Oregano lend themselves
especially well to being planted in containers. Pot up some of these
plants near the kitchen door for convenient fresh herbs within easy
reach when you are cooking.
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