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.
Wild plants that repel mosquitoes. Vanilla Leaf (Achlys triphylla) is a plant native to the northwest and Japan. Indigenous peoples were known to hang bundles of the dried plants in and around their dwellings to keep mosquitoes and flies away. The plant can be rubbed on the skin fresh or dried to deter mosquitoes.atnip (Nepeta cataria) is a common garden plant that can be used to repel mosquitoes. The crushed plant can be applied directly to the skin or the dried plant can be infused in an oil, such as olive oil. There is an interesting article about research conducted on the mosquito-repelling qualities of catnip.