4 Plants That Might Repel Ticks

We already know that there are some trees that might offer the perfect environment for ticks to live. Are there plants to augment your Hopewell tick control?

Ticks are known vectors of various potentially dangerous diseases, including Lyme disease and Powassan virus. Their presence in your yard is a significant concern.  While there are various methods to repel ticks, using plants can be an effective approach.

Here are four plants known for their potential to repel ticks:

Lavender: Isn’t it odd that lavender, known for its pleasant aroma, is also a tick repellent? Ticks, for whatever reason, do not love the fragrance, and are apt to avoid it. And if you are a lavender lover, you will be triply delighted with the beauty, fragrance, and potential tick repellent properties.

Rosemary: Rosemary, a versatile kitchen herb, is another plant that may help repel ticks. The compounds in rosemary are not just potential tick repellents, but they could also help protect your outdoor areas from other insects. Planting rosemary in your herb garden could serve you well, both on the dinner table, and in its ability to keep insects at bay.

Chrysanthemums: Chrysanthemums, specifically the variety known as pyrethrum daisy, contain pyrethrin. If that name sounds familiar, it is because it is sold as a natural insect repellent. These flowers have been used for centuries to control various pests. Planting chrysanthemums in your garden or around outdoor seating areas can help deter ticks. And while that is great news, it should be noted that too high a concentration of pyrethrin can be detrimental to good insects. This method should be used cautiously.

Garlic: Another dinner table favorite is considered a fairly effective tick repellent. Unlike the beautiful fragrance of lavender, we can understand how garlic might serve as a repellent. The potent odor of garlic contains sulfur compounds that could help deter ticks and other pests.

Hopewell tick control should be a multi-faceted approach.

While these plants can contribute to a tick control strategy, we must note that no method is foolproof. At Mosquito Squad of Princeton, a combination of approaches is highly recommended. We offer traditional tick control, as well as a natural barrier protection spray for ticks and mosquitoes.

Search for tick control near me and call us at (609) 427-3792 to discuss your ideal tick control solution.

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