Pest experts are using coffee to keep flies and mosquitoes off their patios – here’s how to do it in two easy steps

Green garden with pink flowering plants, climbing flowers and a patio with a water feature.

If flies and mosquitoes have been plaguing your patio this summer, pest experts have revealed how a mix of coffee grounds and bicarbonate of soda can deter them from your garden, leaving you free to host, relax and enjoy.

It’s always helpful to know how to get rid of flies and mosquitoes. These buzzing pests can be a real nuisance when trying to enjoy your garden, and in the case of mosquitoes, carry a nasty bite, too.