The most effective trick to keep mosquitoes away from the balcony

### ✅ Top Plants to Use:

* **Lavender** – Not only smells amazing, but mosquitoes can’t stand it.
* **Citronella (Lemongrass)** – A natural mosquito repellent used in candles and sprays.
* **Basil** – Especially lemon basil or cinnamon basil — great for cooking *and* pest control.
* **Mint** – Refreshing for you, irritating to mosquitoes.
* **Marigolds** – Their bright flowers contain pyrethrum, a natural insect repellent.
* **Rosemary** – Ideal for grilling and repelling insects.

Place these around the perimeter of your balcony or in corners where mosquitoes like to hide. Bonus: They make your space look lush and inviting!

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## 🍋 Step 2: Make This DIY Citrus Mosquito Spray

Citrus and essential oils are highly effective at repelling mosquitoes. This simple spray can be spritzed on furniture, door frames, and even around your plants.

### 🌿 Ingredients:

* 1 cup water
* 1/2 cup white vinegar
* Peel of 1 lemon or orange
* 10–15 drops of essential oil (lemongrass, eucalyptus, citronella, or lavender)

### 👩‍🔬 Instructions:

1. Add citrus peels and water to a small pot. Bring to a boil and simmer for 10 minutes.
2. Let cool, strain out the peels, and pour the liquid into a spray bottle.
3. Add vinegar and essential oils. Shake well before each use.
4. Spray generously around balcony edges, seating areas, and near doorways.

**Important:** Do a small test spray first to ensure surfaces won’t be stained.

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## 🌅 Extra Tips to Keep Mosquitoes Away

* **Avoid standing water** – Empty saucers, trays, or containers where water may collect.
* **Use yellow-tinted light bulbs** – Mosquitoes are less attracted to these than standard white lights.
* **Keep the air moving** – Mosquitoes hate wind, so a small fan can help keep them away.
* **Burn citronella candles** – For an added layer of protection (and ambiance!).

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## 🧘‍♀️ Enjoy Mosquito-Free Evenings

By combining the power of natural mosquito-repelling plants with a homemade citrus spray, you can enjoy long, peaceful evenings on your balcony — *without constantly swatting at your arms*. It’s an eco-friendly, chemical-free way to protect your space and turn your balcony into a relaxing retreat.

Try it out, and your summer nights will never be the same — just the way you like them: quiet, cozy, and mosquito-free.

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Would you like a printable version of the plant list or a label design for your homemade spray?