Insect Yard Repellent
With warmer temperatures come summer cookouts, backyard pool parties and — we hate to say it — tons of mosquitos. While humid environments are better breeding grounds for these pesky bugs, they can survive almost anywhere, as long as they have access to water. But just because their presence is inevitable doesn’t mean you have to suffer through itchy bites and annoying buzzes: Take matters into your own hands by protecting your yard with the best mosquito repellents and bug sprays.
The experts at the Good Housekeeping Institute have battled all manner of backyard nuisances for decades. They can tell you why mosquito bites are so itchy (it’s a reaction caused by the salivary proteins of female mosquitoes), why pregnant people tend to get munched on (the extra carbon dioxide and heat their bodies release) and which treatments provide the fastest belief (go for the 1% hydrocortisone cream).
For this report, our experts pulled together a list of the best mosquito repellants for keeping the bugs from reaching you in the first place.
Insect Yard Repellent
There are many different kinds of insect repellents available for outdoor use. The most common type of repellent is a lotion, which is applied to the skin. Some lotions can also be applied to clothing that will protect against insects for several hours.
There are also sprays that are designed for the face. These are usually alcohol based and help keep insects away from the eyes, nose and mouth. Sprays can also be used on clothing as well as on exposed skin areas.
Another type of insect repellent is an aerosol spray that contains insecticide. This type of product is very effective against mosquitoes, but it should not be used near food or drink containers because it may contaminate them with pesticides if they come into contact with each other during application process.
In addition to these three types of products there are also natural repellents such as citronella oil or eucalyptus oil which can also be used outdoors during summer months when insects are more prevalent than any other time of year due to warmer temperatures causing them to become more active during daylight hours rather than at night when they normally rest quietly inside their homes until sunlight goes away then they emerge again once darkness comes back into place so they
List Of Insect Yard Repellent
- KILLS FAST: Kills mosquitoes, listed ant types, fleas and other listed insects
- QUICKFLIP HOSE-END SPRAYER: Hose-end-sprayer activates spray at the flip of a switch – just grip, flip and go
- LASTS ALL SUMMER: Controls up to 12 weeks against house crickets, carpenter ants, harvester ants, lady beetles and earwigs
- COVERAGE: Treats up to 5,000 square feet of lawn
- NO MIXING REQUIRED: Attach the sprayer to a garden hose to treat your lawn, landscape and outdoor surfaces where insects hide
Additional Info :
Color | Silver Bottle |
Item Dimensions | |
Height | 11.5 Inches |
Width | 2 Inches |
Length | 5.25 Inches |
Weight | 1.08 Pounds |
- Kill 235 bugs, including ants, ticks, armyworms, mosquitoes, fleas & spiders, with Ortho BugClear Insect Killer for Lawns & Landscapes Ready-to-Spray
- Starts killing within minutes and provides long-lasting control
- Use on lawns, around a home’s perimeter, and on ornamentals, flowers, trees, shrubs, vegetables & fruit trees
- Easily apply insect spray by connecting a garden hose to the attached sprayer
- Provides treatment for a 5,300 sq. ft. lawn, 1,400 sq. ft. of foundation/perimeter, or across 2,700 sq. ft. of foliage
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Item Dimensions | |
Height | 11.12 inches |
Width | 5.47 inches |
Length | 2.33 inches |
- KILLS & REPELS. A flea and tick preventative and a treatment, this pest-repellent spray is powered by natural essential oils and protects your pets and family.
- SPRAY & PLAY! Safe for cats, dogs and people of all ages, with no wait time for drying or reentry into sprayed areas and environments. Just attach directly to a garden hose, spray your backyard, and enjoy. Keep the bottle & Refill the sprayer with our Flea and Tick Spray Concentrate!
- TREATS UP TO 5,000 SQUARE FEET. Can be safely used on lawns, gardens, grass, patios, dog kennels, vegetables, flowers, siding, brick, paint and more. Treat an existing pest infestation or for prevention. Application coverage depends on water pressure and walking speed.
- NO HARSH CHEMICALS. No artificial colors, fragrances or harsh pesticides. Made in the USA from powerful, sustainable, plant-based ingredients. Safe when sprayed outdoors around pets, kids, and beneficial insects like bees and butterflies. Cruelty-Free and biodegradable. Keep the bottle & Refill the sprayer with our Flea and Tick Spray Concentrate!
- POWERFULLY EFFECTIVE WITH THE PUREST, NATURAL ESSENTIAL OILS. Powered by cedar oil, Wondercide is safe pest protection that’s proven to work, especially for flea, tick, and mosquito removal. Packaging May Vary.
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Item Dimensions | |
Width | 6.2 |
Length | 2.3 |
- LABORATORY TESTED and PROVEN to KILL at least 98% of mosquitoes. Creates a Mosquito Barrier that REPELS for 1 to 2 weeks. It is also effective on other biting insects like No-see-ums, Fleas, Ticks and Fire Ants
- NATURAL INGREDIENTS – our non-toxic blend of 6 Essential Oils includes Geraniol, Citronella, Garlic Oil, Rosemary Oil, Lemon grass Oil and Cedarwood Oil. Our All-Natural Chemical Mosquito Control Formula combines them into a potent and proven shield
- SAFE FOR KIDS PETS and ENVIRONMENT including Birds, Bees, Flowers and Fish. PERMETHRIN, PYRETHRIN and DEET FREE while protecting your family from mosquitoes. Safely use around your lawn, garden or patio creating a bug-free bubble
- RECLAIM YOUR YARD – Apply with a pump, battery sprayer, fogger, hose driven sprayers, commercial backpack foggers or other devices. Simply mix 4 to 6 oz of Mosquito Magician liquid concentrate to 1 gallon of water and it is ready to use
- FULL MONEY BACK GUARANTEE – we know you will absolutely love this product, and we aim to provide the best satisfaction guarantee with our Manufacturer Warranty and USA based customer service team. You cannot go wrong with Mosquito Magician. PRODUCT COLOR – because this product is made from natural essential oils, it is normal for the color to vary from a light-yellow to a darker reddish color. This is completely normal and does not in any way affect the shelf life or the way the product works.
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Color | Yellow, Orange |
Item Dimensions | |
Height | 0 Inches |
Width | 0 Inches |
Length | 0 Inches |
Weight | 8.6 Pounds |
- RELAX IN YOUR YARD ONCE AGAIN WITHOUT THOSE BOTHERSOME INSECTS | High-Voltage Outdoor, Acts as Powerful Attractant, Killing Flies, Mosquitoes, Gnats, Wasps, Moths & Other Flying & Biting Insects | Dependable Coverage for Areas Up to ½ Acre
- TWO WAYS TO DISPLAY | Versatile Design Allows You to Hang the Lantern with the Provided Ring & Chain or Rest the Sturdy Base on a Table or Flat Surface | Great for Backyard BBQ, Camping, Patios, Garage, Deck, Garbage, Picnic Area, Etc.
- NON-TOXIC UV LIGHT | Ultraviolet Technology Lures & Zaps Bugs quickly, Can be used Day & Night| Long-Lasting Lamp Emits useful Glow & the Zap is Relatively Quiet for Amazing Outdoor Ambiance | Safe for Use around Children & Pets
- EASY-CLEAN COLLATION TRAY | Innovative Design Traps, Zaps & Collects Small & Large Insects with Clog-Proof Grid | Simply Take Out Removable Tray to Empty, or Leave Out for Use Over Natural Setting |
- PLUG IN FOR POWERFUL RELIEF | Electric Zapper Lures More Bugs Than Handheld Guns, Swatters, Rackets & Repellents & Lasts Longer than Solar & Battery-Powered Units | Enjoy Industrial Strength Performance & Easy Access to Replacement Bulbs
Additional Info :
Color | blue |
Item Dimensions | |
Height | 32 Inches |
Width | 12 Inches |
Length | 32 Inches |
Weight | 3.69 Pounds |