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How to Use Plants and More to Repel Mosquitoes

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It is the worst when pesky mosquitoes keep you from enjoying the outdoors, especially your own backyard. Some of us with harsh winters don't want to let even one summer night go to waste, so what can be done to keep those blood suckers away?? Well, your garden can actually be used as mosquito control headquarters if you plant strategically! Just be aware that none of the plants I am going to mention can keep mosquitos simply by growing them in a garden or inside a container. I think many … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Gardening Tagged With: Bacillus thuringiensis, Birds, BTI, Catnip, dunks, garden, Lemon Balm, Lemon Thyme, Mosquitos, Plants, repel, repellant, water, yard

DIY Herbal Mouse Deterrent

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Mice are part of life in many parts of the Midwest. This fact was a big eye opener for me when I moved to the area from the Southwest. We have so many agricultural crops here that mice and other vermin make their homes among the crops and then come harvest time they decide to move into your home. I just can't share a home with them so if they do decide to make an appearance we break out the traps. Before it gets to that point though I always like to try and deter them first. The following is … [Read more...]

Filed Under: The Homestead Tagged With: basil, Clove, deterrent, Diy, Essential Oils, harbal, Herbs, home. deter, Homestead, house, mice, mouse, natural, Peppermint, recipe, repellant, Rosemary

Natural and Safe Bug & Insect Repellents

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Pesky! That's what most folks call those critters that seem to gather in the most undesirable spots in your home and yard and bother you when you are trying to enjoy yourself in the great outdoors. What's also bothersome are the toxic sprays and chemicals used to remove or repel those unwanted pests. There is growing evidence that synthetic pesticides pose a health risk to humans and animals. A more natural approach to controlling bugs and insects is necessary for health and an environment that … [Read more...]

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Meet Tiffany

My name is Tiffany and I am a flower farmer and urban homesteader in Central Ohio with my husband, three children, and assorted furry friends. When I am not blogging I am usually thrift store shopping, gardening, wildcrafting and food foraging, or otherwise enjoying nature. Enjoy!! Read More…

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