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[RubyinNE]

I've planted Citronella plants and lemongrass. They are supposed to naturally repel mosquitos. I'm hesitant to spray because I have two dogs and two grandchildren who play in my backyard.  Any other hints for lessening the mosquito population? TIA

[blackhole99]

Make sure there is no standing water lying around outside.

[Kachina624]

Let us know how they work out. 

[Desertdi]

Ugh..........mosquitoes just look at me and say "dinner time".................

[LTT1]

On Pinterest there are other, similar recipes and charts.

Our DGD has already had one tick found in her hair by my daughter.

[SilleeMee]

This spray is a natural product. You can find it in stores for around $7 to $10:

It smells like a citronella candle so if you can't live with that then don't buy this.

[Puzzle Piece]

Bats

Bats are their enemy as they eat the mosquitos. 

Get a bat house and let the bats do their job - usually at night. 

[Tinkrbl44]

@RubyinNE

Have you googled for solutions?

I seem to recall reading that rubbing dryer sheets on your arms and legs is a good repellant, but have never tried it.  Fortunately, I think I've seen only 1 mosquito in the past ten years.

[Bri36]

Remove any standing water and wear dark colors.

I'm a mosquito magnet, but I never use any sprays.

[SaRina]

As far as an individual repellant.... I ordered some Avon Skin So Soft lotion, but have yet to try it. I actually heard about it here. I googled it as well and even though it's a moisturizer, it contains some chemical (citronella-like?) that is supposed to repel mosquitos. We shall see. :-)