Growing up, I always found my grandmother’s habit of sticking cloves into raw onions and placing them around the
house a bit strange. It wasn’t until I had my own mosquito problem that I understood the genius behind it.
The trick combines two powerful natural repellents: onions, which release strong sulfur compounds when cut, and cloves
which contain eugenol — a substance known to repel insects. Together, they create a scent that drives flies and mosquitoes away.
Making it is simple: just cut an onion in half and press whole cloves into the exposed side. Place it near windows or doorways
where bugs usually sneak in. While it won’t replace commercial sprays for big infestations, it works surprisingly well in smaller spaces.
which contain eugenol — a substance known to repel insects. Together, they create a scent that drives flies and mosquitoes away.
Making it is simple: just cut an onion in half and press whole cloves into the exposed side. Place it near windows or doorways
where bugs usually sneak in. While it won’t replace commercial sprays for big infestations, it works surprisingly well in smaller spaces.
