Certain herbs and plants are perfect for naturally keeping bugs away.

Basil
Flies, Mosquitoes

Catnip
Flea Beetle, Ants

Dead Nettle
Potato Bug

Henbit
General Insect Repellant

Hyssop
Cabbage Moth

Lavender
Moths

Mint
White Cabbage Moths, Aphids, Flea Beetle

Pennyroyal
Flies, Mosquitoes, Fleas

Rosemary
Cabbage Moth, Bean Beetle, Carrot Fly

Sage
Cabbage Moth, Carrot Fly, Flea Beetle, Slugs

Thyme
Cabbage Worm

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Use Herbs To Control Bugs
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