The name mosquito-repelling grass suggests that it can definitely repel mosquitoes, so friends who are frequently bitten by mosquitoes in summer are starting to get itchy and want to buy a pot to try it. The mosquito-repelling grass emits a lemon grass fragrance for a long time, and it is said that it can not only repel mosquitoes but also purify the air, which sounds very good. Is the mosquito-repelling grass’s mosquito-repelling effect really good? With such a strong ‘smell’, will placing it in the bedroom have any assistance to sleep quality?

Can mosquito-repelling grass be placed in the bedroom?

As of now, we have not found any accurate evidence of harm to the body from the mosquito-repelling grass, so it is okay to place it in the bedroom. The fragrance of the mosquito-repelling grass is strong, and the stronger the temperature, the stronger the fragrance, which is refreshing and invigorating.

Although the mosquito-repelling grass needs to carry out photosynthesis at night and consume CO2, the oxygen consumption of a pot or even several pots of mosquito-repelling grass is very small, not to mention competing with humans for oxygen. Therefore, if you are accustomed to its pungent smell, there is no need to worry that the mosquito-repelling grass will affect sleep.

What is the use of mosquito-repelling grass?

In a strict sense, the mosquito-repelling grass has a certain mosquito-repelling effect. The mosquito-repelling grass has large and dense stomata and has a strong ability to release fragrance. The fragrance of the mosquito-repelling grass combines the aroma substances of geranium plants and citronella plants, which gives it a certain mosquito-repelling and insect-repelling effect.

Summer has high average temperatures and is the breeding season for mosquitoes. Additionally, the mosquito-repelling grass emits a large amount of fragrant molecules, making its mosquito-repelling effect more significant. However, it is not possible to completely get rid of all mosquitoes just by relying on the mosquito-repelling grass. The fundamental method of mosquito prevention is to do a good job of mosquito control and maintain cleanliness indoors.

How to take care of mosquito-repelling grass?

1. Temperature. The suitable growth temperature for the mosquito-repelling grass is 10-25°C, and temperatures below 7°C or above 32°C are unfavorable for its growth.

2. Sunlight exposure. The mosquito-repelling grass likes a warm and gentle climate, fears cold drying and hot and humid weather, so indoor cultivation requires cooling and frost prevention.

3. Soil. The mosquito-repelling grass prefers neutralized acidophilic loam, and it is best for friends to purchase good ornamental plant cultivation soil from flower wholesale markets.

4. Organic matter. The mosquito-repelling grass generally needs to be fertilized every 15-20 days to ensure sufficient organic matter, which allows it to grow robustly and emit a large amount of fragrant substances.

5. Pot turning. The mosquito-repelling grass needs to be repotted and added soil once a year to improve its growth environment and prevent the stem from growing slowly due to soil depletion.

6. Moisture. It is important to water the mosquito-repelling grass consistently, following the principle of being dry and wet, and to water less in summer and winter. In spring and autumn, it is best to water the potting soil slightly moist.