Citronella candles work to repel mosquitoes, but the most effective area is only where the smoke is concentrated. Burn citronella candles and apply citronella oil on the skin to repel mosquitoes with information from a sustainable gardener in this free video on gardening. more »

Citronella candles are paraffin candles made with the scent of citronella in order to ward off mosquitoes and other flying insects. People light citronella candles on porches and patios in the evening to allow people to gather without being bitten by bugs. A citronella candle is made much like any other scented paraffin candle, though an extra additive is often added to allow the wax to hold a higher concentration of the scent. more »

Although the weather in the summer may be nice, the bugs usually are not. Mosquitoes can be especially pesky. In addition to spray-on insect repellents, citronella candles can provide reprieve from these aggressive, biting pests. Citronella candles can be very expensive, but you can experience the same effectiveness by making your own. Citronella candles are easily made with materials available at most craft stores and even some grocery stores. Protecting yourself while outside can be easy and affordable. more »

Citronella candles are an attractive and effective way to keep mosquitoes and other flying insects away. Citronella candles can, however, be easily ruined by using the wrong formulation of citronella and wax additives. To make candles that will burn evenly, without caving in, the formulation should be changed slightly from other types of scented candles. more »

The oil of citronella grass is used for natural mosquito control world wide. Diseases like Malaria and West Nile Virus are carried by mosquitoes, and people looking for alternatives to chemical bug repellents find that applying citronella oil topically or burning citronella candles nearby significantly reduce the stinging attacks of the possibly deadly insect. While burning citronella candles outdoors may not keep all of the mosquitoes away, experiments by the EPA prove that they are effective. more »

To keep mosquitoes and other pests away, many people burn citronella candles outdoors. However, while citronella candles are considered safe for people, they can be hazardous to your cat. Just follow some common sense safety procedures, and you and your cats can have a safe, pest-free summer. more »

Citronella oil is used to scent citronella candles. This oil is made from citronella grass, which grows in several countries in Southeast Asia. This tall grass has a pleasant lemon scent. This scent keeps some flying insects away, including mosquitoes, with its natural aroma. When the plant is pressed and the citronella oil is extracted from the plant, the citronella oil has a highly concentrated scent. This scent is poured into liquid wax to make a citronella candle. more »

For more than 50 years citronella oil has been used to repel bugs. One of its most common uses is in candles to ward off mosquitoes and biting flies. Because the candles are easily accessible, most people assume they are safe to use and never consider the possible dangers of citronella candles to themselves or their pets. more »

To plan an outdoor party, provide sun protection in the form of hats and sunscreen, use citronella candles and tiki torches as centerpieces and create an outdoor-friendly menu. Plan an outdoor party with tips from an event coordinator in this free event-planning video. more »