What indoor plants keep bugs away?
Here are some of the most common pests that house plants can be used to help deter: mosquitoes: a variety of plants and herbs keep these pesky flying insects away acting as natural mosquito repellents, including citronella plants, lemongrass, basil, mint, sage, rosemary, marigolds, lavender, and catnip. Vinegar. If you have a bottle of vinegar lying around, it could be the perfect pest control solution! Start by adding one cup of vinegar to three cups of water, then mix it in a spray bottle. Spray the solution on your houseplants and the strong scent will irritate the insects enough that they’ll find food elsewhere.Citronella Oil: Known for its mosquito-repelling properties, citronella is also effective against roaches. Soak cotton balls and place them in corners or near garbage bins. Lemongrass Oil: Contains citral and geraniol, both known to deter roaches. Add a few drops to mop water for cleaning floors.
What are pest-resistant plants?
Pest resistant plants are genetically modified plants which has resistance to the pests. Pests include any species of animals/plants/insects/mites, etc. Pests cause land degradation, reduce the productivity of crops. Pest resistant plants are also known as Bt Crops that are harmful to the pests affecting them. Pest resistance refers to the ability of crops to withstand or repel plant pests and pathogens, often achieved through the development of insect and disease-resistant cultivars that enhance crop productivity without the need for chemical pesticides.