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Garden lovers praise 'lovely smelling' incense sticks that 'keep mosquitoes away' from patio

Shoppers have found a budget-friendly method to help 'keep mosquitoes away' allowing them to enjoy their garden and patio without getting bitten this summer

[Shoppers can enjoy the great outdoors with Partylite's range]

Shoppers can enjoy the great outdoors with Partylite's range

The arrival of May brings brighter evenings and milder temperatures, with many of us taking time out to unwind outdoors, making the most of our gardens, patios and balconies. However, alongside the seasonal delights of rising temperatures comes a rather unwelcome side effect - mosquitoes.

These irritating insects emerge from April onwards, lasting throughout summer - with numbers peaking from May - turning up unwanted at outdoor gatherings and leaving people with red, itchy and often unsightly bites. Most bite victims will recognise that once the damage is done, it can take an eternity to heal, but clever shoppers have discovered a method to 'keep bugs at bay', leading to a summer of 'no mosquito bites'.

Partylite's Wild Lemongrass Citronella Incense Sticks 'work wonders for all kinds of bugs, including mosquitoes', repelling them while creating a lovely scent simultaneously. Infused with a fresh summer blend of lemongrass and citronella, enhanced with water flowers and musk, while mosquitoes may detest their aroma, customers certainly don't.

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One person wrote: "Love using this anytime we spend time out on our patio. I use them with a few of the same scent candles, and we are protected from pests, and there is a lovely scent in the air."

A second customer remarked: "I always make sure to order the scent sticks because it really does keep the mosquitoes away; plus they smell lovely instead of those awful ones that give you a headache. I've been using these outside on my patio for years. Great for up at the cottage too."

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Ward off bugs and mosquitoes this summer with Partylite's Wild Lemongrass Citronella Garden Incense

Ditch overpowering citronella aromas the Partylite sticks 'have a subtle fragrance for those who do not like a strong scent' and according to another reviewer 'they work better than anything else I've tried' reports the Express.

Simply position the Incense Sticks upright in soil or sand, igniting them when enjoying time outdoors. Partylite states the burn duration is three hours, with customers confirming this claim one person noting they 'last a good 3 to 4 hours burning'. Another buyer reported: "I lit one when I went to sit outside in the evening, and no mosquito bites!"

Each pack of 12 costs 19.95, with one customer saying they 'honestly couldn't believe the size of the incense', adding: "They are huge and work wonderfully! Love the smell! I am very happy with them."

[Pesky mosquito bites can prove itchy]

Pesky mosquito bites can prove itchy

The incense sticks may create 'mess' from falling ash, making them unsuitable for everyone. An alternative is the 10.95 Fragrance Oil. Another effective method to deter mosquitoes is the Thermacell Halo Mini Patio Shield Repeller, priced at 34.99 from Lakeland. It generates a heat-activated repellent mat that provides a 15ft zone of protection.

Alternatively, there's the HTU Ultrasonic Mosquito Repeller Bracelet available for 7.99 on Amazon, which utilises ultrasonic waves to disrupt a mosquito's flight path and keep them at a distance.

Whether homeowners are hosting summer barbecues or enjoying evening drinks, the Partylite Incense Sticks could help make outdoor gatherings a bug-free zone during mosquito season. One enthusiastic camper confessed they're now 'hooked' after taking them on a trip, adding ', as are many of my friends that camp'.

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