Natural midges deterrant

learnerplates · 05-08-2008 10:22PM #1

Is there a natural deterrant for midges?
I'm looking for a tree/shrub/plant which I might grow to help detter midges, does such a plant exist?
The house is out the country and is has quiet a few decideuous trees in the garden, something is attracting alot of midges, is there anything I can do, it's probably alot to do with the humid weather we're having too.

Irish Gardener · 06-08-2008 12:19AM

Most herbs exude aromatic oils that midges detest, learnerplates.
A few other tips to help you deter the midges here...... Midges amongst the foliage.

Nonmonotonic · 06-08-2008 02:12AM

Swallows?

Electrocution or Flame-thrower(not really)? (love this one!)

Pheromones?

Neem tree?

learnerplates · 06-08-2008 09:50AM

Thanks, has anyone tried these?
lemon balm,
chamomile,
lavender,
peppermint,
tansey,
basil, and oregano.

If I planted a few of these native plants around the borders of the garden would it do the job?

GetGrowing · 13-08-2008 05:29PM

Bog Myrtle is a plant that acts as midge repellant. Don't know if the plant works when it's growing but it might be worth having anyway. See:

http://www.bogmyrtle.com/

Natural midges deterrant

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