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Preventing mice from entering your home is a priority for many, especially during the warmer seasons. Fortunately, there are natural and effective methods that not only beautify your garden but also help repel these pesky visitors.
Below are 3 plants recommended by experts for their ability to deter rodents thanks to their strong aromas and natural properties.
1. Garlic plant (Allium sativum)
Penetrant and deterrent aroma: Garlic gives off a strong, lingering odor that is very unpleasant to mice. By planting garlic in pots or along the edges of your garden, you create a natural olfactory barrier that helps keep them away.
Additional antibacterial properties: In addition to repelling rodents, garlic has antimicrobial properties, making it a natural ally for a healthy garden.
Easy maintenance: Garlic requires little watering and can be easily grown both outdoors and indoors with good light.
2. Pink peppercorn plant (Schinus molle)
Spicy-scented fruits: This plant produces small pink fruits with a spicy aroma that irritates rodents, deterring them from approaching the area where it grows.
Ornamental aesthetics: Pink peppercorn is not only useful as a repellent but also has attractive ornamental value thanks to its fine foliage and colorful fruit.
Requires space and sunlight: It grows best in warm, sunny climates, making it ideal for large gardens or patios.
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