Certain plants naturally repel mosquitoes — and they're beautiful too.
Top Choices for Outer Banks Yards:
- Lavender
- Citronella grass
- Marigolds
- Rosemary
- Basil
Plant them around patios, decks, and seating areas for a natural boost.
7 Ways to Mosquito-Proof Your Outer Banks Backyard
There's nothing better than enjoying a warm Outer Banks evening — unless mosquitoes crash the party.
With the coastal climate in the Outer Banks and Hampton Roads, mosquito season can feel endless if you're not prepared.
Here are seven easy, effective ways to reclaim your backyard this summer and keep the bugs at bay.
1. Eliminate Standing Water
Mosquitoes need water to breed, and even small amounts can become a nursery for hundreds of new mosquitoes.
Quick Tips:
- Empty flowerpot trays, buckets, and kiddie pools weekly.
- Check gutters for clogs.
- Replace birdbath water every few days.
2. Maintain Your Lawn and Landscaping
Tall grass and dense shrubs provide shady, humid spots mosquitoes love.
Quick Tips:
- Keep your grass trimmed short.
- Prune overgrown bushes.
- Remove leaf piles and yard debris.
3. Install Outdoor Fans
Mosquitoes are surprisingly weak fliers. A few strategically placed fans on your deck or patio can make it much harder for them to hover nearby.
Bonus Tip:
Fans also help keep you cooler during those humid summer nights!
4. Use Mosquito-Repelling Plants
5. Repair Screens and Seal Gaps
If you love leaving the windows open in the summer, make sure torn screens and door gaps aren’t letting mosquitoes inside.
Quick Fix:
Check window and door screens early in the season. Even tiny tears can be an open invitation for pests.
6. Time Your Outdoor Activities
Mosquitoes are most active at dawn and dusk.
If you can, plan your outdoor hangouts during midday when mosquito activity is lower — or gear up with repellent if you’re heading out at prime bite time.
7. Consider Professional Mosquito Treatments
Sometimes, no matter how many candles or fans you set up, mosquitoes still win.
A professional treatment plan from Four Seasons Pest Control can reduce mosquito populations significantly, making your backyard safer and more enjoyable all summer long.
Our customized mosquito control is perfect for coastal homes in Corolla, Duck, Kitty Hawk, Virginia Beach, Chesapeake, and beyond.
Enjoy a Mosquito-Free Summer
You deserve to enjoy every sunset without swatting bugs.
Want to learn more about our mosquito control services for Outer Banks and Hampton Roads homes?
Contact Four Seasons Pest Control today and let's make your backyard a mosquito-free zone.
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