Essential Oils for Bugs and Pests

Maybe you have heard about Essential Oils and wondered what all the fuss was about; or maybe you have started to use them in your home already; but whatever the reason you decided to attend, I am glad you are here. BE BLESSED as you learn more about ESSENTIAL OILS. This class has been created...

If you have ever enjoyed the scent of a rose, you’ve experienced the aromatic qualities of Essential Oils. These naturally occurring, volatile aromatic compounds are found in the seeds, bark, stems, roots, flowers, and other parts of plants. They can be both beautifully and powerfully fragrant....

Essential Oils have been used for thousands of years. When you choose our oils, you are choosing Essential Oils gently and carefully distilled from plants that have been patiently harvested at the perfect moment by experienced growers from around the world for ideal extract composition and...

Essential Oils are great for EVERYDAY USE. You can experience the many benefits of Essential Oils by using them to support overall health. Here are the three ways to use them: AROMATIC • Essential Oils, when diffused or inhaled, can be very stimulating, calming, or soothing. • Diffusing...

Have you ever enjoyed time outside with friends or family and found yourself bugged by bothersome bugs or pestered by pesky pests? Would you like to have the knowledge and materials to fight off these annoying nuisances in a natural and safe way? Having an arsenal of pure Essential Oils will...

The ants go marching one by one…the ants go marching two by two…the ants go marching right into the loo… Wait…what? No! We don’t want ants in the loo, the kitchen, or ANY of our living spaces! What should we use to NATURALLY deter them and keep them from invading our spaces? Let’s talk about...

Are spiders in spaces where you don’t want them? Take a deep breath! Before you invest in free-range chickens or light your house on fire, consider the following Essential Oils to deter spiders: PeppermintEucalyptusSpearmint Do you see what I see? Like ants, spiders ALSO do not like Peppermint...

We’re all familiar with that one particularly icky, furry, four-legged pest that is hard to get rid of – the mouse. Mice can squeeze their bodies through the tiniest openings, are fast and low to the ground, and carry nasty diseases that can be transmitted to humans through their bites and...

Bed bugs are tiny and extremely invasive, and they can make you feel like you are in your own living nightmare! You can help deter bed bugs and minimize their infestations by following these steps: Wash clothes, blankets, and any other fabrics that may have come in contact with these bugs, in...

Appropriately named, Stink Bugs will not hesitate to release their unique smell to accomplish their goals. The smell is meant to be a defense mechanism, but simply handling the bugs will cause them to release their foul odor. They live in orchards, gardens, and farms, except in the winter. They...

These little flying bugs are also carriers of some serious diseases, so preventing their bite is critically important, especially in areas where warmer climates are normal. Mosquitoes are known to dislike the aroma of the following Essential Oils...

Well, this one is a creepy crawly of another sort! With no legs and a slithering ability to get where they want, snakes are often found when the weather turns warmer. More than 54% of the American population have some sort of fear (or extreme phobia) of snakes. While a fatal snake bite is...

The fluffy little long-eared hoppers known as rabbits are cute and beloved of children—but they are sometimes extremely irksome, especially when they get into your garden! But there is no need to worry – here are a couple of remedies to keep those big teeth away from your precious plants! ...

When it comes to the nastiest outdoor insects, ticks take all the honors! The easiest way to deal with ticks is to avoid areas where they may be found; however, it seems their habitat is expanding, so we need to be more vigilant. As always, repelling the insect is a more desirable goal than...

Just like most of the bugs covered in this class, beetles really dislike Peppermint Essential Oil. However, they avoid Thyme Essential Oil as well! Most beetles eat plant parts: leaves, seeds, fruit, or wood. Usually, vegetable plants are most affected by beetles. The Japanese beetle; however,...

Aphids are tiny and pear shaped, with long antennae and two tubes projecting rearward from their abdomen. Aphids like most fruits, vegetables, flowers, and shade trees. They suck plant sap, which makes the leaves drop and other foliage to become distorted. The “honeydew” secretion on leaves...

  Once you have yummy fruits and vegetables planted for your enjoyment, wildlife seems to think it is up for grabs! Many Essential Oils that we talked about to deter bugs will also deter deer. Some additional Essential Oils include: Rosemary Lavender Oregano Thyme  While humans find the...

We are not the only ones that suffer from maddening insects. Our pets can be bothered, bitten, and irritated by them as well. Fleas are parasites that feed on warm blooded animals (including humans.) Fleas are usually brought into your home on their host – your pet. The following Essential Oils...

We have discussed these nasty critters already for humans, but how can we support our pets when we venture into the outdoors? Ticks are not picky when choosing between us or our four legged companions. But unlike people, our pets cannot help themselves.   This easy-to-make tick repellent will...

Regular bathing of your pet using bug-repelling Essential Oils and castile soap will also work as a preventative method. The key is to bathe them often. Choose any of the following Essential Oils (making sure to avoid eyes and inner ears): Lavender Cedarwood Lemongrass Outdoor Blend Cleansing...