Earth easy states mint is a good fly repellent.
http://eartheasy.com/live_natpest_control.htm
Basil is also repellent to flies & mosquitoes.
Elder is a natural fly repellent.
"Sambucus nigra plants, commonly known as elder, survives long after the "loo" has disappeared. They were also planted around dairies, slaughterhouses and kitchen doors -- anywhere flies congregate. Why? Because elder is a natural fly repellent. Farmers even tied sprigs of the plant to their plow horses' harness to keep flies out of the animals' eyes. This European species and its American counterpart, Sambucus Canadensis, are steeped in history and folklore."
http://www.highbeam.com/doc/1P2-1531836.html
Sassafras
Place leaves in your home to keep bug away; black fly repellent:
mix 10-25 drops sassafras essential oil, 2 tablespoon vegetable or olive oil, and 1 tablespoon aloe vera gel (optional) in a baby food jar. Stir and place a few drops on skin or clothing.
http://www.bio.brandeis.edu/fieldbio/Survival/Pages/insectrepellent.html
TRUE LAVENDER. (Alhucema) LAVANDULA.
A beautiful aromatic perennial that is hardy to zone 5 and can be raised in tubs in colder climates. The most fragrant lavender. Beautiful lavender flowers on long stems and narrow green leaves. Sow in fall or spring. When planted in the garden, it will deter pests with its fragrance. When dried and placed in closets and drawers with clothes, it will deter moths and lend its wonderful fragrance to the clothes.
http://www.greendealer-exotic-seeds.com/seeds/InsectRepel.html
"Use wreaths and lavender wands around your home to keep flys and insects away."
http://www.greenacreslavenderfarm.com/html/howtouselavender.html
Good luck! Hope this is helpful.
2007-09-01 08:25:09
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Try mesquito geranium. Citrosa Geranium-pelargonium. I used to have white flies-but they don't come around those plants.
2007-09-01 12:56:13
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