Citronella Oil and Literal Armies of Mosquitos

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Re: Citronella Oil and Literal Armies of Mosquitos

Post by lovezebs » Wed Mar 15, 2017 2:48 pm

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Re: Citronella Oil and Literal Armies of Mosquitos

Post by Sojourner » Wed Mar 15, 2017 3:52 pm

Here is a source for fresh Eucalyptus branches and leaves:

http://eucproducts.com/pricelist/

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Re: Citronella Oil and Literal Armies of Mosquitos

Post by Rothe18 » Thu Mar 16, 2017 6:12 am

Sojourner-

I've heard about using eucalyptus leaves before- that would be a very safe way to ward off the biting evil- and attractive, too! I could make them into pretty bunches and hang them around the eaves outside my doors.... hmmmm!

Lovezebs-

I'll check and see if any of those plants are shade loving, or they will surely perish before they do anybody any good, lol. Thanks so much for all the help, everyone!!

I think, since I have it in front of me, I'm gonna try the oil that came with the egg first, and whatever plants might make good additions . Then, I'll switch to more natural stuff when the original runs out. I'll let everyone know what happens when summer rolls around!!

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