A mosquito sits on the leaf of a plant - Brett_hondow/Getty Images When summer comes around, so does your desire to go outside and enjoy everything nature has to offer. Well, you might not enjoy ...

There's nothing like spending a balmy evening gathered with friends in your backyard, but there's one small but mighty pest that has the power to ruin it all - the mosquito. With the dreaded gnat bite ...

Stop in any garden center and you’ll find mosquito-repelling plants such as citrosa, lavender, mint, and lemon balm that promise to keep mosquitoes away when you’re enjoying outdoor activities in your ...

Anyone who enjoys the outdoors in Southeast Texas, especially during the warmer months, is forced to contend with one of nature’s most extreme annoyances — the mosquito. It’s amazing to me how such a ...

We've all been there: watching the sunset in your backyard, by a bonfire, or on the balcony after a perfect summer day, when suddenly: bzzz. A mosquito whines in your ear or worse, appears on your ...

We all look forward to the weather warming up, but there’s one tradeoff for temperatures over 50 degrees: mosquitoes! Buzzing past your ear, leaving welts on your ankles, entering your room invisibly ...

Are you plagued by mosquitoes every time you head outside? There's one smoky spot in your yard where you could be bite-free if you plant rosemary nearby.

There is nothing better than being in the garden at this time of year. With warm days and nights, everything grows lustily, and the garden flows and swells with both floral and edible harvests. But ...

Discover the top 15 plants that naturally repel mosquitoes in your garden! From fragrant lavender to vibrant marigolds, these beautiful plants not only enhance your outdoor space but also keep pesky ...

Garden columnist Dan Gill answers readers' questions each week. To send a question, email Gill at [email protected]. Are there plants that can be grown in pots to help keep mosquitoes away from a ...