Buzz Off Mosquito-Repellent Planter Recipe

Mosquito-Repellent Planter: Summer Beauty with a Purpose
Keep the bugs away—naturally and beautifully!

If you’re anything like us, you love spending a summer night on the porch or patio—but don't love the mosquitos that come with PA summers! That’s why we designed this fragrant and functional Mosquito-Repellent Planter using some of our favorite herbs and blooms that are known to help keep pests at bay.

This recipe not only releases natural mosquito repelling scents, it also looks beautiful! Plus, several of the "ingredients" are edible, too.

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Our Go-To Mosquito-Repellent Planter Recipe

Thriller (height + drama):

• Lemongrass – This tall beauty steals the show and naturally repels mosquitoes with its citrusy scent.

Fillers (texture + color):

• Citronella Geranium – A must for any "buzz off" design, these blooms smell great and offer gorgeous blooms all summer long. 
• Purple Basil – Adds a pop of deep color, repels insects, and it's edible! Perfect for summer recipes.
• Lavender – Not just fragrant and calming—mosquitoes hate it! Plus, it beautifully balanced colors with purple basil.
• Marigolds (we used Strawberry Blonde) – A splash of warm, sunset tones and another natural pest deterrent.

Trailers (soft spillover + fragrance):

• Creeping Rosemary – Edible, aromatic, and elegant as it trails over the edge.
• Peppermint – Fresh, lively, and another edible option mosquitoes won’t love.

Design Tips

• Start by planting the tallest plant (in this case the lemongrass) in the center of your pot. This makes it easier to keep your design balanced as you plant
• This is a full sun design! Perfect for keeping out on your porch or patio this summer.
• We recommend keeping this planter close to your favorite seating area to enjoy it's mosquito repellent qualities. 
• This design is not safe for nibbling pets! If you'd like a more pet friendly alternative, our expert designers would be happy to help your build one at our Greenhouse.

Love This Planter? Make It Yours!

• ORDER ONLINE - available in our online store for a limited time!
• DIY IT - Stop by the Perfect Pots Greenhouse to recreate this look yourself! We’ve got all the plants, pottery, and accents you’ll need — plus designers always on site offering complimentary design help, so you can leave feeling confident your pots will grow in beautifully all season long.
• BOOK OUR TEAM - Want the beauty without the work? Let our team plant it for you! We travel to homes and businesses throughout Lancaster, Berks, Chester and beyond, creating custom seasonal container gardens designed for your space and style. Beautiful pots, professionally planted — without the stress. Learn more about our service here.