How to make citronella oil from plant

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how to grow citronella mosquito repellent in the garden with text overlay

A member of the geranium family, citronella carries the fragrance of citrus on its foliage their leaves smell wonderful. Most of us have heard of citronella as a mosquito repellent, but did you know that it can also be used in soaps and candles? Traditionally grown in tropical areas of Asia, the citronella herb is a beautiful addition to your home garden that can help keep blood-sucking mosquitoes and irritating whiteflies at bay. It can also be used to make citronella essential oil. Ready…

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a close up of a plant with the words 7 benefits of growing citronella

7 Benefits of Growing Citronella. When you hear the word citronella, you probably think of citronella candles or citronella oil and what a great insect repellent citronella is. But before either of those things can be made, you first have to grow a citronella plant - an easy to grow garden plant that has many benefits! Below are my 7 benefits of growing citronella. See why the citronella plant should be on your growing list this season! #gardening #gardenideas

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the benefits of using citronella oil

Have you ever been to a nighttime party where the host used Citronella Oil torches or candles? The smell may be sweet and it does a great job of keeping mosquitoes away. Citronella Oil does not come from the Citronella plant, which is a member of the Geranium family. In a strange twist, the Citronella […]

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You may have heard of citronella candles or using citronella for repelling mosquitoes, but there is so much more to the citronella plant. This fragrant herb has many benefits beyond repelling insects and there is more than one type of citronella plant. Save this to learn about the benefits of citronella, how to make citronella oil, and more!

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Citronella is an oil derived from the leaves and stems of varieties of the nard grass or lemon grass family. Its primary use is as a safe, nontoxic insect repellent. Diluted citronella oil can be applied directly to the skin. Commercial oils manufactured through distillation can be expensive.

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homemade diy citronella candles that i'll make mosquitoes disappear from the jar

Love to entertain outdoors but don't like to get eaten alive? These DIY Citronella candles act like a mosquito repellent, look really pretty and are very easy to make.

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Natural ways to repel mosquitoes without bug spray, including plants that repel mosquitoes, DIY mosquito repellent recipe, and homemade citronella candles.

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