It seems that nothing ruins a Summer outing more often than those pesky blood-suckers – mosquitoes. They are not only annoying but also spread various diseases like dengue, malaria, fever and their bites keep itching to victims for a long time. At night they can also disturb your sleep.
Mostly, mosquito repellent liquids, spray, or coils are used which helps in getting rid of the mosquitoes from the house. But most of this repellent is filled with chemicals and can cause serious issues to the human body like breathing difficulties etc.
Mosquitoes can be killed inside the home by using an indoor fogger or insect spray. The result would be better if the spray is being done at its rest areas as the mosquitoes mostly rest in dark, closets, in the laundry rooms, under furniture, and in humid places.
It’s also better to follow the label directions before use. The spray can also be reapplied when needed. The only use of the spray is not enough to keep the home free from mosquitos. The mosquitos may lay eggs in or near standing water which is a more attractive option for mosquitoes. So, removal of the standing water is also necessary. Throw out items that can hold stagnant water like toys, birdbaths, trash containers, and buckets, etc. Tightly covering the storage tanks like rain barrels, buckets will help prevent the mosquitoes from laying eggs. If the containers do not have lids then use wire mesh having holes of size less than an adult mosquito.
Another easy way to control the mosquitoes is to grow mosquito repellent plants. These repellent plants are very smaller in size and thus they are easy to be kept on the desks or at any place inside the room for a mosquito-free home. Not only will these plants help keep mosquitoes away but the pests and mice that feed on these plants will be helpful in controlling the mosquitoes.
Tulsi, marigolds, citronella, catnip, lemongrass, and mint are some of the mosquito repellent plants that can be used indoors. There are some lovely herbs that also act as mosquitoes repellents such as basil, peppermint, lavender, and dill. The mosquitoes can also be stopped from being mature by the use of bits and dunks. These products contain bacteria like Bacillus thurengiensis that work as a larvicide and do not disturb the other wildlife or the environment.
Garlic spray can also be used to control mosquitoes. Garlic spray is the best alternative to control the mosquitoes as it can be prepared at home by crushing a few garlic cloves and boiling in water for some time. The garlic solution could be applied by pouring it in a spray bottle and then by spraying around the house. Not everyone is a fan of spray/repellent but having an excellent mosquito repellent at all times is also important if someone is living in a mosquito-prone area.