The Surprisingly Simple Trick To Keep Wasps Out Of Your Pool All Summer

Summer is for enjoying sunshine, pool floats, and lazy afternoons by the pool. But that good time quickly fades when a wasp decides your pool is the best neighborhood hangout, and then tells all his waspy friends. Wasps aren't just annoying; they can be aggressive and territorial. So, why do they flock to your pool? The reason is pretty simple: water. Wasps aren't just being little jerks for fun. They need water to survive, and pools are a perfect source of hydration during the hot summer months. To a thirsty wasp, your pool is a five-star resort. But you don't have to declare war to keep your pool wasp- and bee-free.

Wasps are creatures of habit. They'll continue coming back once they find a safe, quiet place to drink even before summer starts. One of the best ways to deal with them doesn't involve any harmful chemicals, fancy gadgets, or hours of maintenance. The trick? Offer them some souped-up water somewhere far away from your pool. If you create a decoy station, they may be less inclined to get in your way while you practice your backstroke. All it takes is a shallow dish, a little bit of water, and some sweetener. Find out the natural methods that can help make your swimming pool less appealing to wasps.

Your pool is an open invitation for wasps. And unless it has an unhealthy level of algae growing inside it, wasps will head straight to it, thanks to the smell of chlorine. If you prefer less lethal ways to keep them at bay, there are options to save your summer and keep your wasp friends thriving. On top of that, it might help protect monarch butterflies from wasps, too.

To give them a cozy, alternative habitat, set up a spot away from your pool. Think of it like offering wasps their own hangout. Mix some water with sugar, syrup, or honey in a shallow bowl, and put it down in your backyard. The idea is to lure them to that area instead, so they'll focus on the sweet stuff and leave your swim zone alone. You can even drop a few small rocks in the liquid mixture to give them a safe place to land. You can also plant flowers in colors they love nearby. Wasps are surprisingly picky about color and do have preferences. Bright shades — like yellows and reds — tend to be their favorites. Although avoiding these colors won't necessarily deter them, it might encourage them to go elsewhere. Be sure to keep your space clean, putting food away and wiping up spills. If all else fails, you can add a decoy wasp nest in a corner of your backyard that doesn't get much human foot traffic.