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Lizards invading homes can be stressful, prompting the need for safe deterrents. Natural scents like peppermint, citronella, and eucalyptus are effective in repelling lizards without harming humans or ...

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Brits have been advised that keeping six popular plants in their homes could help deter some unwanted guests. If you're not keen on spiders, the forthcoming weeks might prove particularly troubling.