[header] How to use plants to keep mosquitoes away [title] Grow catnip in your yard if you don't mind cats. [step] Some people find that catnip is even better at repelling mosquitoes than chemicals, such as deet. Best of all, catnip is safe.
It can even be grown next to plants that typically attract mosquitoes as a deterrent. Keep in mind, however, that the catnip will attract cats into your yard.