Rosemary: Thrives in dry, sunny areas and serves as both an edible herb and a mosquito-repellent plant due to its distinctive scent.
Basil: Besides its culinary uses, basil attracts bees and serves as a natural mosquito repellent due to its strong scent.
Lemon Balm: Contains citronellal, similar to citronella, and emits a lemony scent that mosquitoes dislike.
Catnip: Produces nepetalactone, a strong mosquito repellent, and is more effective than some commercial insect repellents.
Pennyroyal: A potent mint species effective against mosquitoes, but caution is needed due to its toxicity if absorbed excessively.
Citronella: Known for its effectiveness in repelling mosquitoes, it can be planted directly in gardens or used in candles and sprays.
American Beautyberry: Native to the southern U.S., it contains callicarpenal, which repels mosquitoes, and is also effective against ticks.
Lavender: Mosquitoes dislike lavender's scent, making it an effective natural repellent when used in gardens or as essential oil.
Marigolds: Emit a scent that repels mosquitoes and can be strategically placed near entry points or outdoor gathering areas.
Garlic: Its strong scent serves as a repellent for mosquitoes and other blood-sucking pests when planted in gardens.