This plant deserves to be better known. Its strong odor repels flies from your home. It also has other advantages, such as being very resistant and requiring little maintenance.
In summer, flies and mosquitoes become particularly annoying. Between their incessant buzzing, and the fact that they invade our living spaces, they are among the insects that we want to get rid of at all costs! In addition to the discomfort they cause, flies and mosquitoes can also carry bacteria and diseases, making their presence not only unpleasant but also potentially harmful to our health.
Their rapid multiplication and ability to find the smallest corners to hide in make the fight against these insects all the more difficult, making each summer a constant battle to keep our environment clean and pleasant. Fortunately, there are solutions to keep them away without resorting to the fly swatter every two minutes. One of them is a plant that deserves to be better known. It is the “rue”, scientifically known as Ruta graveolens.
Its unusual name immediately catches the eye, but it is its practical qualities that make it truly valuable. Indeed, this aromatic plant has a multitude of assets, including its ability to keep flies, mosquitoes and other unwanted insects away, its great resistance and its minimal maintenance.
And yes, this plant should be in every garden to be used for its repellent powers. Its leaves give off a powerful and slightly unpleasant odor for insects, which makes it an ally of choice to keep flies and mosquitoes at bay. The essential oils present in rue, such as rutin and graveoline, act as a real shield against these flying pests and even certain plant parasites.
Another advantage: this plant is really easy to live with, requires very little maintenance and is very resistant, which makes it ideal for novice gardeners or for those who do not have a lot of time to devote to the care of their plants. It prefers a location in full sun or partial shade and well-drained soil. Once planted, it requires little watering and does not require any special fertilization.