Mosquito-repellent green plants keep you cool all summer and chase away mosquitoes and insects
Growing some green plants at home in the hot summer not only brings a bit of greenery, but also puts us in a good mood. So which green plants can bring us that touch of coolness in summer?
1. Mint
Mint is the top choice among summer green plants. It not only adds a green touch, but is also very easy to grow. Mint is a long-day plant that loves light very much and has low soil requirements. Mint has a special fragrant scent and can also repel mosquitoes and insects.
For everyday care it needs plenty of sunlight, otherwise it easily grows leggy and weak. Normally make sure it has enough water. If you get bitten by a mosquito or insect, we can rub its leaves on the affected area, which can cool, reduce inflammation and relieve itching. It can be called a summer wonder tool.
2. Milan
Milan blooms most abundantly in summer. When Milan blooms, its delicate fragrance spreads all around, with a scent like that of orchids. Placed indoors, Milan's fragrance will fill the whole room, and the floral scent is elegant rather than heavy. When summer is hot, it needs appropriate shading to avoid direct strong light, and the potting soil should be kept moist but not wet for long periods.
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3. Mosquito-repellent vanilla grass
This is the most practical potted plant for summer. Its appearance is not only very attractive, it also has strong vitality and can give off a lemon fragrance, and this fragrance can effectively drive away mosquitoes and insects. In summer, avoid fertilizing. Generally, use a small sprayer to spray the leaf surfaces, which makes the mosquito-repellent effect better.
4. Jasmine
Jasmine has emerald-green leaves, pure white and elegantly simple flowers, and a delightful fragrance, making it very suitable for growing indoors. Its pure white, plain look gives it high ornamental value. For everyday care it needs plenty of light. In summer, it generally needs watering once in the morning and once in the evening. You can apply more organic fertilizer and phosphorus-potassium fertilizer, and promptly prune withered branches, leaves and flowers.