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Tom’s Guide
Technology
Katie Mortram

9 fly-repellent plants that will keep your home bug free

A fly sitting on a green leaf

Pests are never a welcome sight in your home — and flies, in particular, can be a real nuisance. 

Whether you’re dealing with fruit flies, house flies or gnats, these insects are unhygienic to have in the house. They can easily spread bacteria and disease by contaminating our foods and landing on surfaces, causing the likes of Salmonella, E.coli and Cholera. If not addressed immediately, a single fly can quickly turn into an infestation as well, so you need to take action if you’ve noticed these unwelcome guests. 

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