Kitty heaven could be skeeter hell, and for humans this is probably a good thing. Catnip is making its case as nature's perfect elixir: Not only does it tickle feline fancies and ward off cockroaches, ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Mosquito biting a human hand - Rai/Getty Images Warmer weather and mosquitoes often go hand in hand, which can make outdoor ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Martha Stewart and lavender There are lots of theories about how best to deter mosquitos, but our favorite involve natural ...

CHICAGO -- Catnip, the stuff that drives cats wild, also appears to drive mosquitoes away, research suggests. Laboratory experiments at Iowa State University suggest that the oil in the catnip plant ...

As spring blossoms across the country, the seasonal joy of warmer temperatures comes with an unwelcome guest – the persistent mosquito. These tiny intruders can quickly transform a perfect backyard ...

Someone recently inquired about mosquito repellent for a trip to Alaska. I can't remember where I read that catnip proved better as a mosquito repellent than DEET. I put this to the test recently ...

The frenzied behavior your feline friends exhibit when graced with catnip’s presence is no unusual sight to see. But now, new research out of Japan says cats aren’t just trying to get high, they’re ...

As spring ushers in warmer weather and outdoor gatherings, homeowners face the perennial challenge of mosquito control. While traditional methods like fly swatters, citronella candles, and mosquito ...

Do mosquito-repellent plants really work? Buzzing past your ear as you lounge on the patio, leaving welts on your kids’ ankles as they play in the grass, preventing you from sleeping with their ...

Fresh, aromatic herbs can add beauty and intrigue to your home garden, but growing your own herbs at home can also provide additional, lesser-known benefits. In addition to culinary and homeopathic ...

There are numerous plants that can help get rid of mosquitoes from your backyard. Hammond recommends these plants to keep bugs at bay. All of them are happy to grow in containers as well and many of ...