Mosquitoes aren’t just annoying – they also carry serious diseases like dengue, malaria, chikungunya, and Zika virus. While chemical repellents can provide temporary relief, they often contain harmful toxins. 🌫️
✅ That’s why nature lovers, garden enthusiasts, and eco-conscious families across India are turning to natural mosquito-repelling plants 🌿 – safe for children, pets, and pollinators.
At Mahindra Nursery and Kadiyam Nursery, we specialize in a wide variety of plants that do more than just beautify your space – they protect it too!
Botanical Name: Cymbopogon nardus
Plant Type: Tall grass
Best Grown In: Pots, borders, or ground beds
Repellent Power: 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
🦟 The king of natural mosquito repellents, citronella oil is widely used in candles and sprays – but the live plant itself is more effective and beautiful. Its strong lemony scent masks the attractants that draw mosquitoes.
Care Tips:
Needs full sun ☀️
Water moderately 💧
Trim regularly to encourage growth ✂️
👉 Available in multiple sizes at Mahindra Nursery and Kadiyam Nursery
Botanical Name: Ocimum sanctum
Plant Type: Shrub
Best Grown In: Pots, balconies, kitchen gardens
Repellent Power: 🌟🌟🌟🌟
🌿 A sacred plant in Indian households, Tulsi is rich in eugenol – a compound that naturally repels mosquitoes. It also purifies the air and has medicinal benefits.
Care Tips:
Loves direct sun ☀️
Minimal watering needed 💧
Prune to shape and propagate 🌿
🙏 Combine faith and functionality with Tulsi from Mahindra Nursery or Kadiyam Nursery.
Botanical Name: Tagetes erecta / Tagetes patula
Plant Type: Annual flowering
Best Grown In: Beds, borders, pots
Repellent Power: 🌟🌟🌟🌟
💛 Marigold's strong aroma, thanks to pyrethrum, deters mosquitoes and other garden pests like whiteflies and aphids.
Care Tips:
Full sunlight is a must ☀️
Regular deadheading for blooms ✂️
Keep soil moderately moist 💦
🌼 Brighten your outdoor space and protect it at the same time!
Botanical Name: Mentha spp.
Plant Type: Herb
Best Grown In: Containers (to control spread)
Repellent Power: 🌟🌟🌟🌟
🌬️ Mint's invigorating smell is pleasant to humans but unbearable to mosquitoes. It also works great when crushed and rubbed onto the skin (do a patch test first!).
Care Tips:
Prefers partial shade 🌤️
Keep soil moist 💧
Grows fast, so prune often ✂️
🍃 Fresh mint for your tea and a mosquito-free evening – win-win!
Botanical Name: Cymbopogon citratus
Plant Type: Perennial grass
Best Grown In: Pots or borders
Repellent Power: 🌟🌟🌟🌟
Although related to citronella, lemongrass has its own unique scent that’s effective against mosquitoes. It also has culinary and medicinal uses.
Care Tips:
Needs well-drained soil 🌱
Thrives in sun ☀️
Harvest leaves regularly ✂️
🌾 Add a tropical vibe to your garden with lemongrass from Kadiyam or Mahindra Nursery.
Botanical Name: Melissa officinalis
Plant Type: Herb
Best Grown In: Pots or herb beds
Repellent Power: 🌟🌟🌟🌟
This lemon-scented herb from the mint family releases compounds that mask the carbon dioxide and sweat that attract mosquitoes.
Care Tips:
Likes shade to partial sunlight 🌥️
Water regularly 💧
Trim often to prevent flowering ✂️
🍋 Crush the leaves and apply gently for a quick natural repellent.
Botanical Name: Lavandula angustifolia
Plant Type: Shrub
Best Grown In: Raised beds, containers
Repellent Power: 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
With its calming scent and gorgeous purple flowers, lavender is not only decorative but also a powerful mosquito deterrent.
Care Tips:
Needs well-drained soil and full sun ☀️
Water sparingly 💧
Avoid humid conditions 🌬️
💜 Bonus: It also repels moths and fleas.
Botanical Name: Rosmarinus officinalis
Plant Type: Herb/shrub
Best Grown In: Pots, herb gardens
Repellent Power: 🌟🌟🌟🌟
Known for its culinary and medicinal benefits, rosemary emits a woody scent that mosquitoes dislike.
Care Tips:
Requires full sunlight ☀️
Water when soil is dry 💦
Prune to encourage bushy growth ✂️
🔥 Burn a few rosemary leaves during outdoor events to enhance protection!
Botanical Name: Nepeta cataria
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Best Grown In: Pots or borders
Repellent Power: 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
Catnip contains nepetalactone, a natural mosquito repellent stronger than DEET in many studies!
Care Tips:
Needs moderate sun 🌤️
Regular watering 💧
May attract cats 🐱 – be cautious!
🐾 A fun plant for feline lovers with double benefits!
Botanical Name: Eucalyptus globulus
Plant Type: Tree/shrub
Best Grown In: Ground (for trees) or large pots (for dwarf types)
Repellent Power: 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
Eucalyptus oil is a proven mosquito repellent. Having the tree nearby can naturally deter mosquito populations in your vicinity.
Care Tips:
Requires sunny, well-drained areas ☀️
Water less frequently once established 💧
Best grown away from delicate plants 🌿
🌳 Get healthy foliage and fresh air while keeping pests at bay!
🌟 Looking for authentic, healthy, and well-grown mosquito-repellent plants in India?
Visit:
🔗 Mahindra Nursery – Wholesale Orders
🔗 Kadiyam Nursery – Retail Online Store
✔️ Bulk availability for landscapers, gardeners, and farmhouses
✔️ India-wide transport for wholesale orders
✔️ Premium-quality plants in grow bags – multiple sizes available
✔️ Custom quotations via WhatsApp or website
✔️ Sourcing rare plants upon request
📞 Call: +91 94936 16161
📧 Email: info@kadiyamnursery.com
✅ Avoid stagnant water in trays, pots, and containers
✅ Use neem oil or natural sprays regularly
✅ Place these mosquito-repelling plants near doors, windows, balconies, and seating areas
✅ Mix flowering and non-flowering repellents for aesthetics and function
✅ Add wind chimes – wind also disrupts mosquito flight! 🌬️
At Mahindra Nursery, we bring over decades of plant-growing expertise directly from the green lands of Kadiyam, Andhra Pradesh – India's nursery hub.
At Kadiyam Nursery, our retail collection offers 5,000+ plant varieties, curated for every home, garden, or landscape need.
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