f you’re seeking natural pest control for your garden and want to avoid chemical pesticides, companion planting could be the perfect solution.
Yes, if you didn’t already know, certain plants do exist that can drive pests and insects away from your garden space!
11 Bug-Repelling Plants For Your Garden

Here are 11 you can plant easily and have effective, long-term pest protection for your garden:
11 – Peppermint

You might be a little surprised to see this one here, but peppermint is actually a solid natural pest-repellent. Its strong, minty aroma can overwhelm any pests and insects that are in close enough proximity, causing them to stay away from the main crops.
10 – Garlic

The pungent aroma of garlic is enough to deter pests from any nearby crops. It confuses the tiny garden monsters and forces them to stay as far away as possible.
9 – Basil

If you’ve ever cooked with basil, you’ll know that only a few basil leaves are needed to give the dish a strong aroma. In the garden, this strong aroma of basil repels mischievous pests and mosquitos away from plants in a close enough radius.
8 – Oregano

Another strong herb that has a reputation for being a good pest-repellent in the garden is oregano. Its pungent, spicy scent keeps basic pests and insects at bay, allowing nearby crops to grow in peace.
7 – Nasturtiums

Nasturtiums not only have a strong scent that deters pests but also an incredibly peppery flavor that aphids and whiteflies may not be big fans of. And, since pests like to feed on plant foliage, they’ll likely go somewhere else looking for better-tasting food.
6 – Chives

Yes, you heard that right! Even chives can repel pests and bugs in the garden! It’s actually their pungent, onion-like scent that helps them do that. The good thing is, by growing chives in your garden you’ll get pest protection as well as a solid stew ingredient; a win-win in any case.
5 – Rosemary

Rosemary is appreciated by many wise gardeners for being the strongest, most effective pest-repelling herb out there. It’ll spread an aromatic smell in your garden that will be appealing to you but mischievous pests like aphids and other bugs will absolutely hate it.
4 – Borage

If you haven’t already heard of this one, borage is an aromatic herb that blooms blue vibrant flowers. It’s also quite beneficial for pest-repelling purposes and works especially well against cabbage worms and squash bugs.
3 – Lemongrass

Although lemongrass is mostly known for repelling mosquitoes, it still has some effect on pests and bugs as well. Planting lemon grass around your garden or in multiple different areas will ensure your crops aren’t disturbed by mosquitoes, flies, and other common bugs.
2 – Clovers

If you have patchy areas in your garden and it makes the space look less dense and unappealing, planting clovers can cover those areas for you while also deterring aphids and wireworms. Clovers spread fast and are an excellent ground cover.
1 – Marigolds

And of course, how could I forget marigolds, the ultimate pest-repelling powerhouse in the garden!
If you’ve been reading my stuff for some time now, you’ll know that I pretty much mention marigolds in all my lists that involve the subject of pests.
These plants produce incredibly vibrant flowers and a strong scent from their roots that can overwhelm and put off any pests or insects in a close enough radius.
Conclusion

Pest control doesn’t always have to involve lathering your plants with harsh pesticides and chemicals. Sometimes, simpler and more natural solutions can do the trick. Companion planting pest-repelling plants alongside your main crops is a highly effective, gentle approach.
So, what are you waiting for? Start planting today to protect your garden!