Enjoying Summer Without Bugs
June 7, 2008 by Lucy
Summer has come around again - the sun is shining beautifully, families down on the beach, in the parks, hiking in the woods and forests, working in and enjoying the garden - and they have company - the insects. Necessary - yet irritating little beasts that swarm over your picnic food, bite you and suck your blood and even eat your fruit and veggies from the garden at the drop of a hat.
But there are some easy to prepare home made remedies that are environmentally and planet friendly, chemically free bug repellents that’ll help keep the bugs at bay, while you’re enjoying the sun and your picnic.
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Homemade bug repellent remedies and recipes
There are bugs crawling around the flowers and vegetables. Don’t panic thinking your beautiful flowers and yummy veggies are about to be nibbled away before you get the chance to enjoy the harvest. Not all bugs in the garden are bad bugs.
Homemade Insect Repellents - Mosquitoes, Flies
When you venture outside, especially in peak mosquito season, choose your insect repellent carefully. While it is important to minimize the risk of being bitten, many commercial products contain dangerous and toxic chemicals such as DEET.
Homemade Insecticidal Soap Spray
Soap has been used for centuries as an all-purpose pesticide. It disrupts insects’ cell membranes, and kills pests by dehydration.
Outsmart mosquitoes - natural repellent
… it’s more important than ever to keep these pests at bay. You can outsmart mosquitoes with this homemade, Earth-friendly solution.
Homemade Natural Insect Repellent
Other oils that are known to repel insects are thyme, clove, fennel, geranium and celery extract. This recipe is not for use on babies and small children.
Whatever repellent you choose - make it environmentally and planet friendly. Have a happy, green and safe summer.
Photo source: Courtesy Keven Law
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