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Q.How Much Of A Radius Does The Citronella Plants Scent Put Off Out

Zone 30474 zone 8 | melodyteston26 added on May 1, 2022 | Answered

I just need to know how big of a radius the citronella plant puts out to keep mosquitos away

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BushDoctor
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Answered on May 2, 2022

It doesn't, really, unless you put it directly on your skin. What you do rub the crushed leaves on will have a barrier to prevent them from landing on or near the spot. It isn't clear how far this range is.

I would crush some of the leaves, and soak them in water, and use that to spray the area, and yourselves. This would be most effective.

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/insects/mosquito-repelling-plants.htm

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/herbs/scented-geranium/mosquito-citronella-geranium-plant.htm

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