Here are seven decorative and effective plants to keep flies and mosquitoes away from your balcony:
- Rosemary: Not only is it excellent in the kitchen, but its scent keeps midges away. Safe for pets.
- Citronella: It gives off a strong lemon smell that repels flies and mosquitoes. Ideal for vases in warm environments.
- Calendula: Its orange and yellow flowers contain limonene, effective against insects.
- Sage: Aromatic and useful in the kitchen, it keeps insects away if placed on the windowsill.
- Lavender: Its unpleasant scent to insects makes it effective against mosquitoes, flies and ants. It requires little maintenance, but is toxic to pets.
- Tagetes (Flor Flower): Contains coumarin, a natural repellent for insects, but is toxic to pets.
- Nepeta Cataria (Menta Gatera): Loved by cats but repelling insects, ideal for keeping unwanted guests away.
Place these plants on your balcony for a decorative and functional effect. In addition to keeping insects away, they will add freshness and beauty to your outdoor space, allowing you to enjoy summer evenings without disturbances.