These plants act as natural repellents to keep reptiles and rodents away from your garden.

Please keep it garden free rodent Either reptiles This can be especially difficult in areas with high humidity or dense vegetation.

However, chemicals cannot solve everything. floor Depending on its aroma and composition, it works as follows: natural insect repellent. Incorporate them into your design. garden Not only is it useful for maintenance, but pest Not only do they add nuisance, but they also add scent, color and biodiversity.

in general, floor Aromatic or strong odors act as natural barriers. rat and rat. Additionally, some of them can also help keep things like snakes away. reptiles.

mint

With its fresh, invasive, and strong scent, mint is one of the most effective species to deter. rodent. The scent of menthol is unpleasant for these animals, and they tend to avoid areas where the scent is strong.

They grow quickly and can invade other people’s spaces, so they are ideally grown in pots or separated beds. floor. in basis It adapts well to humid regions, such as the delta and the northern regions of metropolitan Buenos Aires, as long as the soil has good drainage and some direct sunlight.

lavender

Lavender is the perfect ally. The scent is attractive to us, but unpleasant to others. rodent. plant it on the edge garden Or create an aromatic barrier next to the entrance to beautify the environment and attract bees and butterflies.

Buenos Aires offers a variety of Lavender angustifolia Grows easily in full sun and light soil. Moreover, its tidy appearance and long flowering period make it perform a dual function of aesthetics and protection.

ornamental sage

Sage combines pretty colored flowers with a strong repellent scent. rodent And some insects.

It can be placed in sunny borders or flower beds, where it will grow actively and give structure to the garden.

In warm climates such as Buenos Aires, it is best to plant in the spring and keep pruning to encourage flowering. A great option if you are looking for. garden Requires less maintenance functional plants And decorative.

garlic and onion

they both belong to the family alliumrecognized for its penetrating aroma. Garlic and onions both release sulfur compounds that repel pests. rodent and reptiles.

Can be planted along the perimeter. garden or interspersed among other aromatic species. It not only protects itself but also serves as a food crop. In humid soils, it is recommended to avoid waterlogged areas and ensure full sun exposure.

Lou

Rue has a strong and bitter scent. plant traditionally used Keep insects and small mammals away.

It is tolerant, undemanding and adapts well to pots or directly to the soil. It grows best in a sunny, dry location and can be combined with lavender and rosemary to enhance the effect. insect repellent. The sap is irritating if it comes in contact with it, so be careful if you have children or pets around.

rosemary, calendula, lemongrass

to keep away reptiles You can also add seeds such as rosemary, which has repellent properties to essential oils, calendula, which has orange flowers and a strong scent that disturb snakes and lizards, and lemongrass (citronella or lemongrass), which imparts a citrus scent and acts as a natural barrier at the edges of the tree. garden.

functional and protective gardens

of floor Aroma plays a dual role: beautification and protection.

Place them near the perimeter, entrance, or wall, and combine them to increase the effect.. Still, their effectiveness is complementary and does not replace the cleaning and management of shelters such as wood piles, debris, and long grass that often attract pests.

have garden Healthy, balanced plants don’t need pesticides. It is enough to choose the right seeds, keep them healthy and take advantage of the benefits of the plants. power of scent. A well-thought-out design is both decorative and preventative.