With the arrival of summer, mosquitoes also become active, bringing a lot of inconvenience to our lives. In order to get rid of the annoyance of mosquitoes, many people choose to use chemical mosquito repellent products such as mosquito coils and electric mosquito swatters. These products may cause certain harm to our health. We can create a green mosquito-free home environment by planting mosquito-repelling plants. This article will introduce you to the maintenance methods of mosquito-repelling plants in detail.
Choose the right mosquito-repelling plantsWe need to know which plants have mosquito-repelling effects. According to authoritative industry reports, the following plants have strong mosquito-repelling abilities:
1. Lavender: The scent of lavender can repel mosquitoes and also has a calming and soothing effect.
2. Mosquito-repelling grass: Mosquito-repelling grass contains mosquito-repelling elements in its leaves, which can effectively repel mosquitoes.
3. Peppermint: The fresh scent of peppermint has a mosquito-repelling effect and also has the function of clearing heat, detoxifying, refreshing, and醒脑.
4. Mosquito-repelling fragrant grass: The scent of mosquito-repelling fragrant grass can repel mosquitoes and is harmless to humans.
The maintenance method of mosquito-repelling plants1. Choose the right pot: The size of the pot should be moderate to facilitate plant growth and watering.
2. Soil selection: Choose soil with good breathability and drainage, which is beneficial to plant root growth.
3. Watering: Keep the soil moist but avoid waterlogging. In high summer temperatures, the watering frequency can be increased appropriately.
4. Fertilization: Apply a moderate amount of compound fertilizer to the plant at regular intervals to ensure the nutrients needed for its growth.
5. Pruning: Regularly prune the plant, remove withered branches and diseased leaves, keep the plant clean and tidy, which is beneficial to plant growth.
6. Prevent pests and diseases: Pay attention to the growth condition of the plant and deal with pests and diseases in a timely manner.
7. Sunshade: In strong summer sunlight, proper shading should be provided for the plant to avoid sunburn of the leaves.
8. Air circulation: Maintain indoor air circulation, which is beneficial to the growth of mosquito-repelling plants and the发挥驱蚊效果.
The placement of mosquito-repelling plants1. Indoor placement: Place mosquito-repelling plants in areas where mosquitoes are likely to appear, such as bedrooms, living rooms, and dining rooms.
2. Outdoor placement: Place mosquito-repelling plants in outdoor areas such as balconies and courtyards to expand the mosquito-repelling range.
By planting mosquito-repelling plants, we can not only create a green mosquito-free home environment but also enjoy the pleasant scent brought by plants. In the maintenance process, we should pay attention to choosing the right plants, soil, and pots, and master the correct watering, fertilizing, pruning, and other skills. I believe that with your careful care, mosquito-repelling plants will grow strongly and bring endless beauty to your life.