On reaching the ground, this strong downdraught spreads out to produce a gusty wind which has the potential to cause significant damage. Severe thunderstorms produce wind gusts of 90km/h or more, with peak winds exceeding 160km/h in the most damaging storms.
Pepper. Pepper also gives off a strong scent that repels ladybugs without killing them. When your garden emits a hot pepper scent, ladybugs will steer clear of your plants and shrubbery. In a spray bottle, mix two cups of water with three teaspoons of crushed red pepper, chili pepper or paprika.
Ever so often, we are asked for plants that repel something-deer, snakes, dogs, mosquitoes, and generally speaking, no plants will do a whole lot of good in that respect. We found one site from eHow on How to Repel Scorpions by Rena Sherwood, for a repellant for personal use on a camping trip.Mr. Smarty Plants takes no responsibility for the effectiveness of this mixture. And one more reference on scorpions and lavender, from French Letters Scorpions and Lavender.e found one site from eHow on How to Repel Scorpions by Rena Sherwood, for a repellant for personal use on a camping trip. Mr. Smarty Plants takes no responsibility for the effectiveness of this mixture.