Summer is a time to enjoy the great outdoors, however, while we spend more evenings outside, one thing we don't want to worry about is mosquitoes or the prospect of getting bitten by them. Many people ...

If you live somewhere with a lot of mosquitos flying around, chances are you've heard of (or at least smelled) citronella. A variety of geranium, citronella (Cymbopogon nardus), is known for its sharp ...

Mosquitoes are relentless. There are countless deterrents on the market that promise to keep the little pests at bay, but much of what’s said to be effective doesn’t actually do anything to stop the ...

Question: With all the attention these days about West Nile virus, how safe and effective are citronella candles in dealing with mosquitoes? - V.M., Orlando, Fla. Answer: Citronella is actually an oil ...

There are two types of citronella plants, and their scientific names are Pelargonium citrosum and Cymbopogon nardus. Only Cymbopogon nardus repels mosquitoes. Citronella plants do not emit enough ...

For many of us, summer comes with an endless barrage of bug bites, with mosquitoes being the worst offenders (we know from experience!). If you’re in the same boat, you’ll love this DIY homemade bug ...

The days are getting longer, temperatures are getting higher, and inseams are getting shorter, which means summer’s in full swing. After being cooped up inside, everyone is ready to get back to hiking ...

I have a lot of half-melted citronella candles, most in those colored glass globe-shaped containers and some in what looks like clay flowerpot material. They all melt in the center and the rest of the ...

With more warm weather on the way, plenty of Brits will be enjoying the sunshine in their gardens. Unfortunately, the summer months also see some gardens flooded with mosquitoes, leading to an ...

Essential oils (like citronella) are just not that great at repelling mosquitoes and ticks. And in candle form, there's no indication that they provide more protection than any other candle-produced ...