Insects like cockroaches, ants and flies can literally invade our homes, even if we clean them frequently. Humidity, organic waste and heat encourage the proliferation of these unwanted guests in our homes.
Cockroaches, in addition to being ugly, carry bacteria and parasites that can cause diseases, especially gastrointestinal diseases. They reproduce easily in the hottest, most humid spaces with food remains, such as pantries.
Flies can also carry bacteria, they are little creatures that before flying into our homes and settling, perhaps, on the food, wandered outside, even in the trash and other organic matter.
If you have tried commercial insecticides and failed to eliminate the problem, try nature. Below we list the best plants to ward off cockroaches, ants and flies without putting our health at risk.
Catnip . This plant is an unparalleled repellent and is particularly effective against flies, while also repelling ants and cockroaches.
Garlic . It has a penetrating odor that is practically hated by insects, who stay away from it.
Basilio . It’s not just useful in the kitchen, having basil at home keeps flies and cockroaches away.
Laurel . Although it is pleasant for us, the smell of bay leaves is unbearable for flies and cockroaches.
Lavender . In addition to being beautiful and producing beautiful flowers, lavender is an excellent natural repellent that keeps cockroaches and flies away.
Cucumber . Place some cucumber slices at the entry points of cockroaches or ants, you will see how this will keep them away.