This week, pots of peppermint and lavender plants are on sale. These herbs not only let off fragrant scents, but they also can b
e used to keep pests out of your home. Place a pot of lavender in the kitchen to ward off mice and use mint as an all-purpose pest remover. The scent of crushed mint leaves is unpleasant for mice, ants, and fleas. Sprinkle a few along the edge of your home to discourage pests from entering. Happily, mint leaves are completely safe for humans to eat. Try some in a cup of tea, or use them to add flavor to baked goods. According to the passage, which of these could you use to ward off fleas?
