Insecticidal Plants

Insecticidal plants –

All plants emit chemical compounds. It is basically, how they communicate with the world around them. Including us and other plants and insects. In addition to this, insecticidal plants are plants that emit compounds, that are useful to us in the garden. These compounds naturally keep common “pests” away. Especially plant eating insects.

So, this alone makes them our best friends in the garden. Especially around decks and patios. In addition to how pretty they are. These chemical compounds have been developed by the plant over thousands of years. So, in some cases, they have become very specific. But, in other cases it’s more generic.

These properties are the reason for using Essential oils in the garden. However, it is not just the leaves. Plants have a more beneficial impact when planted in the soil. Because, in some cases the roots have to deter the pests. It is the roots interaction with the soil, and soil dwelling organisms, that has the greatest benefit. This is especially true in a low maintenance garden. So, plant perennial plants that have insect deterring properties. Because, the effects are felt season after season. Without too much further input from us.