Here are the natural scents that help repel the mosquitoes: Citronella. Clove. Cedarwood. Lavender. Eucalyptus. Peppermint. Rosemary. Lemongrass. Does eucalyptus attract any bugs? The eucalyptus longhorned borer (Phoracantha spp.) is the most commonly observed eucalyptus plant pest. The dark beetles reach about 1 inch long and have very long antennae.Read More →

One alternative is to make your own fresh basil mosquito repellent. Place 6 ounces of freshly picked basil leaves into a pint jar and pour 4 ounces of boiling water over them. Cover the jar and let it sit for four hours. Strain the liquid into a spray bottle. …Read More →