Put these plants on the windowsill: mosquitoes will pass your home by

Summer is the season of mosquito activity. Their bites are quite unpleasant and can cause allergic reactions, so it's best to protect yourself from them.

You can try a natural way to get rid of these annoying insects. Experts advise growing plants that repel them. Hearst Magazine named the 5 best repellent plants:

Basil: This aromatic herb is not only tasty, but also a great mosquito repellent. It can be grown both on the windowsill and in the garden.

Mint: Another aromatic herb that mosquitoes don't like. Mint comes in different types, so you can choose the one you like best.

Lavender: This flowering plant not only smells nice, but also has a calming effect.

Citronella: This tropical herb has a lemony scent that mosquitoes don't like. Citronella can be grown in pots or outdoors.

Calendula: This flower is not only beautiful, but also has beneficial properties. Calendula repels mosquitoes, as well as flies and other pests.

Experts have noted that to enhance the repellent effect, you can plant several different repellent plants together.

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