- 1. California Bay Laurel\u00a0<\/a><\/li>
- 2. Common Rue\u00a0<\/a><\/li>
- 3. Wormwood\u00a0<\/a><\/li>
- 4. Catnip<\/a><\/li>
- 5. Lemongrass\u00a0<\/a><\/li>
- 6. Rosemary<\/a><\/li>
- 7. Lavender\u00a0<\/a><\/li>
- 8. Fleabane Daisy\u00a0<\/a><\/li>
- 9. Mint\u00a0<\/a><\/li>
- 10. Chrysanthemums\u00a0<\/a><\/li>
- 11. Cedar Chips<\/a><\/li>
- FAQ<\/a><\/li><\/ul> \t\t\t<\/div> \t\t<\/div><\/div>
1. California Bay Laurel <\/h2>
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Photo Credit: Paul Sullivan <\/a>\/ Flickr \/ CC BY-ND 2.0<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure> Native Americans have long used the leaves of this evergreen tree<\/a> to cure diseases and keep away fleas, ticks<\/a>, and lice. <\/p>
When cut, crushed, or exposed to heat, its lance-shaped waxy leaves release an intense peppery scent that repels insects. Tests in laboratory conditions show that the volatile compounds released by torn bay leaves, such as thymol, work as a natural pesticide and can kill flea larvae<\/a>.<\/p>
If you notice fleas<\/a> in your yard, consider planting some California laurel. You can grow it as a privacy hedge<\/a> or shade tree<\/a>. When planted in containers, it makes a beautiful patio plant.<\/p>
USDA hardiness zones:<\/strong> 7 to 9<\/p>
Soil needs: <\/strong>Well-drained, fertile soil <\/p>
Sun exposure:<\/strong> Full sun<\/p>
2. Common Rue <\/h2>
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Photo Credit: Alpha<\/a> \/ Flickr \/ CC BY-SA 3.0<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure> Also known as the herb of grace<\/em>, common rue was used in medieval times to repel fleas and lice, common disease carriers, and keep the plague at bay<\/a>. <\/p>
Rue is often grown as an ornamental plant. It has stunning blue-green fern-like leaves and yellow flowers and is perfect as a border plant in herb gardens<\/a> and rock gardens<\/a>. Inside its beautiful leaves, rue contains a promising insecticide that can repel and kill adult fleas<\/a>, ticks, mosquitos<\/a>, and flies. <\/p>
Warning! <\/strong>While it\u2019s safe to crush mint leaves on your skin to keep fleas or mosquitos away, don\u2019t do that with rue. Rue is one of the toxic plants \u2014 its sap causes skin irritation, redness, and painful blisters that worsen when exposed to sunlight. <\/p>
USDA hardiness zones:<\/strong> 4 to 10<\/p>
Soil needs:<\/strong> Well-draining soil. It can grow in rocky areas.<\/p>
Sun exposure:<\/strong> Full sun is best<\/p>
3. Wormwood <\/h2>
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Photo Credit: Eddiediegel<\/a> \/ Wikimedia Commons \/ CC BY-SA 3.0<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure> Wormwood is a medicinal plant with dense silver-green foliage and a strong, bitter scent and taste. It kills intestinal worms, treats digestive problems, and repels unwanted pests, such as fleas, lice, ticks, flies, mosquitoes, moths, ants, and snails. <\/p>
Experts say the characteristic odor of the plant and its insect-repellent properties are linked to absinthin<\/a>, a substance the plant secretes that also gives its bitter taste and anti-inflammatory properties.<\/p>
If you\u2019re a pet parent, treat this plant with caution. It is toxic to dogs<\/a> and cats and can lead to gastrointestinal problems if ingested. <\/p>
USDA hardiness zones<\/strong>: 4 to 9<\/p>
Soil needs: <\/strong>Well-drained<\/p>
Sun exposure<\/strong>: Full sun<\/p>
4. Catnip<\/h2>
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Photo Credit: liz west <\/a>\/ Flickr \/ CC BY 2.0<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure> Catnip contains nepetalactone, a compound that wards off ants, fleas, flies, mosquitos, ticks, and cockroaches while making the plant irresistible to cats.<\/p>
The fluffy felines love to roll, flip, and rub in catnip mounds. Studies<\/a> say it\u2019s a good habit because damaged catnip leaves release up to 20 times more<\/a> insect-deterrent substances. As a result, your kitty cat coats itself in a natural insect repellant, a behavior known as \u201cself-anointing.\u201d<\/p>
Like most mint family plants, catnip is resilient and spreads quickly. Plant it in pots to prevent it from taking over your flower beds.<\/p>
USDA hardiness zones:<\/strong> 3 to 9 <\/p>
Soil requirements<\/strong>: Well-draining, loamy, or sandy soil<\/p>
Sun exposure:<\/strong> Full sun<\/p>
5. Lemongrass <\/h2>
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Photo Credit: Vaikoovery<\/a> \/ Wikimedia Commons \/ CC BY 3.0<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure> Lemongrass contains citronella oil, a common ingredient in natural insect repellents. This oil gives the plant its strong, citrusy scent and flea-repelling properties<\/a>. <\/p>
Lemongrass is a tropical ornamental grass from Southeast Asia that grows in elegant clumps like green artesian fountains. It makes perfect walkways and sideways borders where the leaves are brushed during walking and release more of their insect-repellent oils.<\/p>
USDA hardiness zones:<\/strong> 9 to 11<\/p>
Soil needs: <\/strong>Rich, well-drained soil (loam or sand)<\/p>
Sun exposure: <\/strong>Full sun<\/p>
6. Rosemary<\/h2>
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Photo Credit: Loadmaster (David R. Tribble)<\/a> \/ Wikimedia Commons \/ CC BY-SA 3.0<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure> A widely used culinary herb that gives roasted meats a heavenly taste, rosemary is also treasured for its insect-repellent properties<\/a>. It releases a strong, woody, resinous scent that repels fleas, ticks, moths, mosquitoes, and fruit lice.<\/p>
Rosemary can be safely used on pets as rosemary water or tea. Prepare it by infusing 2 tablespoons of rosemary with 2 cups of hot water. You can spray the cool and strained tea on your pet\u2019s fur or soak the fur in it after a bath and leave it on. <\/p>
USDA hardiness zones:<\/strong> 8 to 10<\/p>
Soil needs:<\/strong> Light, well-drained soil<\/p>
Sun exposure: <\/strong>It needs at least 6 hours of direct sunlight<\/p>
7. Lavender <\/h2>
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Photo Credit: Pxhere<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure> While lavender can help us sleep better, it can give some insects nightmares. The sweet, floral fragrance is due to linalool<\/a>, a compound that confuses the bugs, rendering them unable to land on their prey or find mates. <\/p>
While aggressive with nasty pests, lavender is friendly with pollinators. It\u2019s also a gorgeous Mediterranean herb with silvery-green leaves and purple flowers that can turn any garden into a painting. <\/p>
How to use it? Plant it around the yard where your pet spends more time, and add crushed fresh stems<\/a> to its bedding. <\/p>
USDA hardiness zones<\/strong>: 5 to 9<\/p>
Soil needs: <\/strong>Well-drained, sandy soils <\/p>
Sun exposure:<\/strong> Full sun<\/p>
8. Fleabane Daisy <\/h2>
![\"a](\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Fleabane-Daisy-1.jpg\")
Photo Credit: Pexels<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure> In the past, people burned fleabane daisies or dried the plants in sachets<\/a> to repel pest insects such as fleas, gnats, flies, and ticks. <\/p>
Fleabane daisies have beautiful daisy-like flowers with a yellow center and long, narrow petals arranged in multiple rows. They bloom for a long time during the summer and are a valuable addition to pollinator gardens<\/a>, providing food for bees and butterflies.<\/p>
USDA hardiness zones:<\/strong> 2 to 8<\/p>
Soil needs:<\/strong> Rich, fertile, moist soil<\/p>
Sun exposure: <\/strong>Full sun and partial sun<\/p>
9. Mint <\/h2>
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Photo Credit: Pxhere<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure> It\u2019s hard to imagine that the sweet, invigorating scent of crushed mint leaves may appear unpleasant. And still, some insects hate it. <\/p>
The mint fragrance is so intense it overwhelms some insects\u2019 senses, so fleas, mites, mosquitoes, flies, ants, and spiders avoid it. Studies<\/a> also show that mint essential oil can act as an insecticide and do more than repel pests \u2014 it can kill flea eggs, larvae, and adults. <\/p>
My tip:<\/em><\/strong> While mint grows better in full sun, you can also plant it in partial shade and target places that might attract fleas. I grow it under a lilac shrub where my cats like to hide during hot summer days.<\/em><\/p>
USDA hardiness zones:<\/strong> 5 to 9<\/p>
Soil needs: <\/strong>Fertile, moist, well-drained soil<\/p>
Sun exposure: <\/strong>Full sun to partial shade<\/p>
10. Chrysanthemums <\/h2>
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Photo Credit: Pxhere<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure> Many gardeners plant chrysanthemums for their beautiful flowers, but the colorful \u201cmums\u201d can also control fleas in your yard. <\/p>
Chrysanthemums contain insect-repellant compounds called pyrethrins<\/a>. These substances attack the nervous systems of ticks and insects such as fleas and mosquitoes<\/a>. Pyrethrins are extracted from chrysanthemums and used in over 2,000 pesticide products. <\/p>
\u201cMums\u201d are very resilient and easy to grow, even for beginners. To enjoy big, healthy flowers, plant them where they can benefit from the morning sun, ensure proper watering during summer, and apply some fertilizer before they bloom.<\/p>
My tip:<\/em><\/strong> Pinch the tips of the side shoots. The plants grow stronger and carry more flowers.<\/em><\/p>
USDA hardiness zone:<\/strong> 5 to 9<\/p>
Sun exposure:<\/strong> Moderate to full sun exposure<\/p>
Soil needs: <\/strong>Well-draining, fertile soil<\/p>
11. Cedar Chips<\/h2>
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Photo Credit: thecolorpixels<\/a> \/ Adobe Stock Free \/ License<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure> Cedar chips contain cedarwood oil<\/a>, a well-known insect repellent used as an active ingredient in natural insecticides that repel and kill fleas, ticks, mosquitos, ants, moths, and houseflies.<\/p>
In the 1990s, the insect-repellent potential of cedar oil came to the attention of Joe Karchesy, a professor of wood chemistry at Oregon State University, and Rick Kelsey, a research forester with the Pacific Northwest Research Station. <\/p>
During their search for natural pesticides, they met American Indians who used cedar chips to repel fleas. The Indians carved canoes out of western redcedar (Thuja plicata<\/em>) trees and saved the shavings<\/a> to use as flea control in their dog beddings. <\/p>
Another way we use cedar chips today is to spread them in locations that might attract fleas, such as under the porch or deck, under shrubs, and in the crawl space. Cedar chips are widely available in garden stores, pet stores, and online shops.<\/p>
FAQ<\/h2>
How Do Plants Repel Fleas?Some plants contain insect-repellent compounds, such as citronella or pyrethrins, that become volatile and spread through the air when the plant is crushed, heated by the sun, or burned.\u00a0
What Attracts Fleas to Your Yard?Fleas are attracted to shaded, humid, and warm outdoor spaces, such as:
How to Get Rid of Fleas in Your Yard NaturallyTo get rid of the fleas in your yard naturally:
Keep the Yard Flea-Free!<\/h2>
A flea-infested yard provides a continuous supply of fleas for your home and pets. Don\u2019t let them thrive! Hire a pest professional<\/a> through LawnStarter and remove the fleas from your property.<\/p>
LawnStarter crews also can ensure your lawn is always trimmed and clean so it doesn\u2019t attract fleas and their wildlife carriers. They can mow the lawn<\/a>, trim the shrubs, and prune the trees<\/a> so fleas have nowhere to hide.<\/p>
\t\t\t\t\t\tSources:<\/strong><\/p> \t\t\t
<\/span><\/div> \t\t<\/div> \t\t\tBond, C., Buhl, K., Stone, D. (2014). Pyrethrins General Fact Sheet; National Pesticide Information Center, Oregon State University Extension Services. https:\/\/npic.orst.edu\/factsheets\/pyrethrins.html<\/a><\/p>
Da Silva, R.C., Meisel, L., Farinha, N., P\u00f3voa, P., De Mello-Sampayo, C., (2023, February). Parasiticides: Weapons for Controlling Microbial Vector-Borne Diseases in Veterinary Medicine; The Potential of Ethnobotanical\/Phytoparasiticides: An Asset to One Health. doi: 10.3390\/antibiotics12020341<\/a><\/p>
Department of Botany, Smithsonian Institution (n.d). Plants Used By The Indians Of Mendocino County, California. https:\/\/www.jstor.org\/stable\/pdf\/43793762.pdf<\/a><\/p>
Hemmes, R.B., Alvarado, A., Hart, B.J. (2002, May 1). Use of California bay foliage by wood rats for possible fumigation of nest-borne ectoparasites. Behavioral Ecology, Volume 13, Issue 3, Pages 381\u2013385, https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1093\/beheco\/13.3.381<\/a><\/p>
Lans, C., Turner, N., Khan, T. (2008). Medicinal Plant Treatments for Fleas and Ear Problems of Cats and Dogs in British Columbia, Canada. Parasitol Res (2008) 103:889\u2013898. https:\/\/www.academia.edu\/6191433\/Medicinal_plant_treatments_for_fleas_and_ear_problems_of_cats_and_dogs_in_British_Columbia_Canada<\/a><\/p> <\/div> \t\t<\/div> <\/div>
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