Pest-preventing plants: Some species repel mosquitoes, fleas, other critters

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* Borage. Deters hornworms and cabbage worms and can be used as an herb for teas, tinctures and leafy green recipes.

* Chrysanthemums. They contain pyrethin, which is toxic to insects but safe for human and animal consumption. You can also make a tea from the flowers and use it on root nematodes and to repel Japanese beetles.

* Clover. Use it around cabbage to prevent cabbageworm and aphids from taking hold.

* Lavender. Used to repel fleas, moths, mosquitoes and other common pests. Its also pretty and is used in everything from potpourri to tea and baked goods to frosting. And it smells good.

* Marigolds. Use the scented varieties of marigolds to deter pests. The French Marigold variety, for example, is recommended for keeping whiteflies away from tomatoes, and marigolds also protect the health of the soil under the plants.

Source: organicauthority.com

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