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Homes & Gardens
Lola Houlton

Why you should place orange peels around your patio – an organic way to deter pests

Orange peels and bag and table on patio.

With summer right around the corner, we are faced with the benefit of spending plenty of time outside, whether hosting dinner parties with guests or relaxing in the sun, yet this peace is often disturbed by a swell in the activity of insects. Enter orange peels.

When it comes to keeping your patio space free of unwanted pests, the solution can be as simple and surprising as using orange peels. Not only do these citrus remnants repel insects, but they also offer a plethora of other benefits to your yard, making them an ideal choice for any gardener looking to employ a natural yet effective method to banish pests.

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