Jerry also recommends planting lavender to help repel fruit flies. 'Lavender needs a lot of light, so place it in a sunny spot. It’s ideal for a bright kitchen window,' he says.

An effective repellent contains at least one of; DEET (50% concentration for areas where there is malaria), Icaradin/Picardin (at least 20% concentration, Eucalyptus citriodora oil, hydrated ...

Drain flies are nocturnal, while fruit flies tend to be more active during the daytime. To help determine if you have drain flies or fruit flies, pay attention to the time of day they’re most ...

Fruit flies can be an annoying problem year-round, but they're most common in the summer and fall, because they love ripened fruits and veggies. Here are six ways to keep them away. 1. CLEAN ...

Fruit flies gather in the container I keep beside the kitchen sink for fruit and vegetable peels to be dug into the garden later. To deter them, I’ve been experimenting with drops of tea tree ...

Fruit flies and insects can be a common nuisance during the warmer months. They are typically attracted to sweet smells, as well as overripe, fermented fruits and vegetables, especially bananas ...

IRELAND is set to enjoy some sunny weather for much of the week – with temperatures soaring to 23C. And experts are advising households to take early action to avoid the pesky bugs. Fruit fli… ...

Fruit flies dislike strong smells and you can repel them by grinding up, or hanging, fresh herbs in your kitchen. Lavender, basil, mint, and rosemary are said to be effective.