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Lavender might repel insects like mosquitoes but these fragrant flowers attract pollinators, too.

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Thyme is another great herb to plant this spring. Its natural oils are known to help warn off ticks and are often used in DIY ...

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As summer wanes and we head into the fall, it’s likely that we’ll want to spend as much time outside as possible before the cold arrives. We’ll sit around the fire pit, sipping wine, and it will be ...

Flies, mosquitos, and ticks can dampen any outdoor excursion, especially on a hot summer day. A short hike can quickly become a swat fest when the bugs are out, and there’s nothing worse than having ...

Compounds derived from coconut oil have been found to repel some insects better than DEET, a synthetic chemical considered the "gold standard" of repellents, according to a U.S. Department of ...

BOISE, Idaho — Summer is almost here, and you'll want to spend more time in your backyards and gardens. Unfortunately, so will the bugs. And because of viruses such as Zika and West Nile, mosquitoes ...

Insect repellents may make sunscreen less effective. And it's unwise to reapply repellent every 2 hours—a must with sunscreen. By Kevin Loria When you spend time outside, especially as it gets warmer, ...