Spiders and slugs will be deterred from your garden and property with 76p item ‘they hate’

Spiders: Expert advises on using essential oils as repellents The change in season and shift to colder weather will result in a new flock of bugs and pests appearing in backyards and properties over the coming weeks. While some cause little harm and can provide a healthy ecosystem to the space, nobody wants to discover that an infestation has resulted in damage to their plants or homes. Pests such as spiders, green shield bugs, slugs and even cockroaches are commonly found in gardens and homes during autumn. Chris Bonnett, gardening expert from GardeningExpress.co.uk said: ‘As we head into the autumn season, it’s likely many Britons will find a new array of bugs in their gardens. ‘Creepy crawlies like spiders, cockroaches and slugs are common in gardens at this time of the year. Each has its own benefits in the garden and at times can be left alone to promote a healthy ecosystem. Gardens are home to many cockroaches in autumn as the weather begins to get colder ‘But nobody wants them ruining their garden by eating plants or damaging grass. That’s why we want to offer advice on how to deter them from the garden without causing them any harm.’ 1. Cockroaches Gardens are home to many cockroaches in autumn as the weather begins to get colder. To limit this presence, make sure there are no food sources for them to have a reason to stay and pick up any fallen fruit or any scraps in the garden. 2. Fleas Fleas can ‘ruin a garden’ by ‘damaging’ the lawn and creating ‘bare patches’. Make sure to keep on top of general garden care like weeding and mowing to remove any potential hiding spaces. Plant herbs like basil and mint around areas where households don’t want wasps SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you’ve consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info For those who have pets, it’s worth checking their fur in case the fleas have latched on while they run around the garden and enter homes. 3. Spiders According to Chris, September is ‘prime spider mating season’ which results in ‘many creepy crawlies’ spawning in homes and gardens. He said: ‘They hate the scent of peppermint and mint, so it’s worth either planting them around the garden or spraying their essence to deter these insects away.’ Households can pick up a small bottle of peppermint oil for 76p online at Amazon to keep their gardens and homes spider-free. 4. Slugs Don’t be surprised if households start to see an array of slugs in the garden or home as mid-autumn is the start of slug mating season. Trending