Bugs can be an inconvenience in any home. They can pose health risks to you and your loved ones as well as being unsightly. While there are may chemical solutions to rid your home of these pests, using plants is an environmentally friendly alternative.

1. Lavender

Lavender not only has a beautiful fragrant scent but its strong smell repels spiders. Place pots of lavender by your windows, your doorways and anywhere else around your home to keep the insects away.

Lavender plants are low maintenance, but do need to be frequently pruned. They need lots of sunshine and well-drained soil.

2.Peppermint

Peppermint is a part of the mint family known for its strong aroma that drives away spiders, making them a perfect addition to any arachnophobes' garden. Peppermint requires little maintenance and perferes partial shade in cool weather.

Pro Tip: Keep your mint trimmed to avoid over growth!

3.Lemongrass

Lemongrass contains the essential oil known as citronella oil. This oil can be applied to keep away bugs.

The smell of the plant itself also has the ability to keep spiders out of your home.

4.Basil

Basil has essential oils that keep bugs away. Just place a few pots of basil near your doorways and windows.Another great place to put basil is in the kitchen!

Pro Tip: Basil needs sunlight and regular watering to thrive.

5.Rosemary

Rosemary is a scent that is hated by spiders.

Pro Tip: Rosemary needs direct sunlight to grow and is the perfect plant in areas with lots of spiders.

6.Marigold

Marigolds attract butterflies and bees, but help to repel spiders and other insects.

Pro Tip: Plant Marigolds in front of your windows as a barrier to keep the spiders outside!

7. Lemon Balm (Melissa officinalis)

Lemon Balm has a strong smell that sends spiders and fruit flies away. This is the perfect plant for those who don't have a place in their home with lots of sun exposure.

Happy Gardening!

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