Natural Mosquito Control
Why is natural mosquito control an issue?
Well, while West Nile virus poses a serious health concern, some are just as concerned about the dangers posed by chemical bug sprays. Learn about some natural mosquito control methods you can use when you work outside, including plant oils such as those derived from castor bean plants (see photo).
But that's just the beginning when considering natural mosquito control. You should also take away breeding habitats for mosquitoes. That means common-sense sanitation, such as eliminating areas where water puddles. This article reminds you of some unlikely sources of standing water. In short, it makes sense to explore all methods (including the use of newfangled gadgets!) to keep chemical bug sprays off our skin while still deterring mosquitoes.
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Comments
Great site. Would like suggestions for low-height plant(s) to mildly overhang a 2′ retaining wall. Thanks.
Ophth1@yahoo.com
Thank you.
For an annual, portulaca. For a perennial, Angelina stonecrop.
I think we should set up bat houses for attracting bats, insectivourus bats eat tons of mosquitos.
I also beleave we should put together a Kit of information on combating Mosquitos using natures own resources.
Thanks for your time.
Joe Bianchini