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Bid Farewell To Stink Bugs With The Help Of This Essential Oil
By ASHLYN NEEDHAM
Think again before smashing stink bugs, as the smell won't be pleasant. Instead, place the scent of lavender or other essential oils around the infected area.
Essential oils and lavender both produce strong aromas that will repel stink bugs, and once you get rid of the existing bugs, they won't come back as long as the scent is present.
Not only can you find candles with lavender and similar scents, but oil diffusers are budget-friendly for spritzing clove, lemongrass oil, or other essential oils.
Actual plants are another option that works just as well. You can place lavender, mint, catnip, or citronella grass around your home to keep the stink bugs at bay.
Before placing your repellent or plants, inspect any cracks or gaps at your home's entrances where the bugs could get in and seal them with some caulk from your hardware store.