To keep mosquitoes away from  home and the garden  garden naturally, you can use a combination of smart planting, natural mosquito repellents, DIY mosquito traps, and habitat control. Here’s a comprehensive guide with tips, tricks, and recommended natural mosquito repellent products:

How To Keep Mosquitoes Away From Home And The Garden Naturally

1. Have Mosquito Repellent Plants In Your Garden And Home

Certain plants release scents that naturally repel mosquitoes. These are both decorative and effective:

• Lemongrass As Mosquito Repellent (Cymbopogon) – Contains citronella oil, a natural mosquito repellent.
• Citronella Grass Mosquito Repellent – Strong citrus scent repels insects.
• Marigold As Mosquito Repellent (Tagetes) – Emits pyrethrum, a natural insecticide.
• Tulsi Plant As Mosquito Repellent (Holy Basil) – Repels mosquitoes and is easy to grow.
• Lavender Mosquito Repellent – Its floral scent deters mosquitoes and attracts pollinators.
• Mint & Rosemary – Strong-smelling herbs that repel pests.

✅ Tip: Plant these around the borders and in pots near sitting areas or balconies.

2. Eliminate Stagnant Water Which Is Breeding Ground For Mosquitoes

Mosquitoes breed in stagnant water, even in tiny amounts.

• Empty unused pots, trays, buckets, and coolers.
• Clean birdbaths weekly.
• Add mosquito dunks (natural larvicides) in ponds or water tanks (containing Bacillus thuringiensis israelensis, or Bti).

✅ Trick: Fill small plant trays with sand to absorb excess water while allowing drainage.

3. Use Natural Mosquito Repellents and Mosquito Repellent Oils

Essential mosquito repellent oils and natural mosquito repellent sprays work well around gardens and patios.

Recommended Products:

• Mamaearth Natural Mosquito Repellent Spray
  • Contains citronella and eucalyptus oils.
  • Available on Amazon.in
• Goodknight Naturals Neem Agarbatti
  • Herbal mosquito repellent incense sticks.
  • [Available locally or online]
• Khadi Natural Citronella Oil
  • Mix a few drops in water and spray on garden leaves or air.
  • [Khadi India stores or Amazon]

✅ Tip: Mix lavender, eucalyptus, and citronella oils with water and spray around the garden at dusk.

4. Create DIY Mosquito Traps

You can reduce the number of mosquitoes with homemade traps.

DIY Yeast Trap:

• Cut a plastic bottle in half.
• Add warm water, brown sugar, and yeast.
• Invert the top half into the bottom (like a funnel).
• Place away from seating areas.

✅ Trick: The yeast releases CO₂, which attracts mosquitoes into the trap.

5. Use Smoke and Lighting Techniques

• Burn dried neem leaves or camphor in a safe corner of the garden in the evening.
• Use yellow LED garden lights instead of white — they attract fewer insects.

6. Introduce Natural Predators

If you have a pond, introduce fish that eat mosquito larvae:

• Gambusia (Mosquito Fish)
• Guppies
• Koi Fish

✅ Tip: Ensure the water is oxygenated and shaded to support fish life.

7. Keep the Garden Clean and Trimmed

• Remove dense overgrowth where mosquitoes hide during the day.
• Trim tall grass and clear fallen leaves and compost piles.

Where to Buy Natural Mosquito Repellent Products in Mumbai

• Nature’s Basket / Organic Garden Stores – For oils, plants, herbal sprays.
• D-Mart / Big Bazaar – May carry citronella products, incense sticks.
• Online:
  • Amazon India
  • Flipkart
  • Eco Store / Satvyk – Organic mosquito control.

Bonus Tips

• Add mosquito net for windows and mosquito net for doors over patio areas during evenings. Please refer below list of shops for buying mosquito net for windows :

Where Can I Buy Mosquito Net For Windows Near Me In Mumbai ?

• Rub crushed mint or basil leaves on your skin before heading outdoors. It works as mosquito repellent cream.
• Hang DIY herbal sachets near windows using lavender, cloves, and camphor.