Peace Meals Cookbook from The Junior League of Houston

If you are from Texas, you know all too well how we have to ward off the insects and bugs on occasion (okay, actually MORE than on occasion)!!  I was very surprised to know that there are actually plants that repel insects. Of all places to read about this, it was in Peace Meals Cookbook by The Junior League of Houston, who would have thought? The Cookbook suggested using these plants as favors and decorations when entertaining outdoors… I happen to love all these plants and we are just in time for planting season!

Geraniums Repel Insects

Geraniums Repel Insects

Marigolds Repel Insects

Marigolds Repel Insects

Lemon Balm Plants Repel Insects

Lemon Balm Repels Insects

Rosemary in my backyard Repels Insects

Rosemary Repels Insects

Shoo Fly Don’t Bother Me! Have any tips for repelling insects naturally?? Please share!

Yours Truly, Emily Arnim

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