Mozzies are one of THE most annoying pests. Their high pitched drone keeps you awake at night and they can quickly ruin an outdoor show. STEP ONE Mozzies breed in damp spots their wrigglers love still water, so it’s important to tip out any water holding containers, including plant drip trays. STEP TWO Mosquitoes have a keen sense of smell, and love carbon dioxide. That’s the reason why they head to us when we are outside. STEP THREE You’re local Mitre 10 has a few tricks to keep those Mozzies away. STEP FOUR Citronella Candles not only look stylish, the citronella essence it lets off when alight, has a lovely aroma that mosquitoes don’t like. STEP FIVE Mozzie Coils also work a treat as do the Mortein Mozzie Lantern which uses a specialized repellent pad that works for up to 4 hours. STEP SIX Bug Zappers attract a whole range of insects. STEP SEVEN Surface sprays applied under tables and chairs will provide another layer of protection against mosquitoes. STEP EIGHT Of course there is always personal insect repellents. You’ll find both organic and chemical based products. Just pick which one works best for you. Your friends down at Mitre 10 have prepared a Mighty Helpful shopping list to get you started:
