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Attract Mosquito-Eating Dragonflies
With A Common Wildflower
By A. R. HOPKINS
One way to control the mosquito population in your garden without using harmful chemicals is to grow some yarrow plants to attract one of their natural predators — the dragonfly.
Yarrow is a low-maintenance perennial native North American wildflower that draws pollinators, including dragonflies. It’s best to grow it in containers as it can become invasive.
Yarrow needs a loose, general-purpose potting soil without fertilizer. Plant it in full sun, add mulch or compost, check the soil daily, and water it if the top 2 inches feel dry.
While dragonflies are known for their ability to control mosquito populations, they also feed on small pollinators and will be drawn to pollinator gardens.