Ticks are arachnids that can transmit dangerous diseasessuch as Lyme disease, babesiosis, anaplasmosis or tick-borne encephalitis. These creatures may also occur in our home gardens. The risk of attracting ticks increases significantly if we cultivate some plant species.
We are talking about dense bushes that are a breeding ground for ticks shelter. This is among other things hazel, elderberry, barberry or blackberry. Arachnids can also hide in unpruned, densely growing thujas. That’s why it’s worth taking care of them regular care.
The threat also increases when we have it in the garden ground cover plants such as common periwinkle Whether ivy. Often, ticks are also found in tall grasses and dense perennials, for example ferns.
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If we have the previously mentioned plants in our garden, it is a good idea to trim them regularly. Moreover, v deterrence Some species can help from the home space characterized by an intense scent. This includes, among others, lavender, marigolds, geraniums, rosemary, tansy, thyme and peppermint.
These plants are good to plant along paths and fences. It is also worth growing them in pots placed on the terrace or balcony near the entrance to the house. Thanks to this the risk of a tick slipping inside will significantly decrease.
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