Are you scared of spiders? Are you looking for plants that repel spiders? Here are seven plants that will help to keep the creepy crawly pests away!
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Here are seven plants to help keep the pesky spiders away. While spiders can be beneficial to a garden as they eat insects that devour plants, they can still be pesky. And if you are anything like me, the sight of spiders strikes terror to your very core;) Pennyroyal, a member of the mint family, is said to be an excellent plant at repelling spiders. Plus, look at that bloom! Isn't that a beautiful flower? Another beautiful purple flowering plant that repels spiders is Lavender! And while spiders don't like the smell of lavender, it's got an amazingly calming aroma that you will love! While this plant doesn't produce flowers, it still makes for a beautiful addition to your landscaping. This grass has a wonderful lemon like aroma that the bugs, including spiders, can't stand! This herb is dual purpose. Not only does it help to repel those creepy spiders, but it can be used in the kitchen as well! Grow your own fresh basil to use in cooking for better tasting meals! Another dual purpose herb that is a must have is Rosemary! This herb is a staple in the kitchen, as well as an herb that will keep the spiders at bay! This plant is definitely one to have outdoors and not inside as it is a tree! Peppermint is another useful herb for keeping the spiders at bay. It's also an invigorating herb that can be used in culinary dishes and teas as well with great results.7 Plants That Repel Spiders
Earthcare Seeds English Lavender 500 Seeds (Lavandula angustifolia) Heirloom - Perennial - Non GMO
RDR Seeds 150 Sweet Basil Seeds- Genovese Basil, Genovese Ocimum Basilicum, Pesto Basil
Eucalyptus citriodora, Lemon Scented Gum, 150 Tree Seeds (Fast Fragrant Evergreen)
But, it's a tree that the insects and spiders do not like. So if you're looking for something large to add to your yard, the eucalyptus tree might be the answer! 500 Peppermint Herb Seeds - Mentha Piperita, Menthol Mint - by RDR Seeds
I would encourage you to include as many plants from this list as possible into your landscaping or garden to have a stronger spider repelling effect. Plus why not, they are all such attractive plants that will help to brighten your yard!
Also if you are looking for more bug repelling plants, then be sure to check out 13 Plants to Repel Mosquitoes, 9 Plants to Repel Snakes and 9 Plants to Repel Flies! Include those plants as well in your yard for a bug and pest free paradise!
Where do you get your seeds for the plants to repel these pests??