Wasps hovering over you and your food? Burn this to keep them at bay
Published on Sep. 3, 2025, 8:18 PM
Looking for a simple way to keep wasps away during outdoor meals? A common kitchen herb might be the secret. Here’s how it works.
Wasps have an incredible sense of smell, and they tend to pop up when you’re trying to eat outside.
If you don’t want them hovering around your s'mores, one option is to fight fire with fire and use their sense of smell against them.
Rosemary is a strong aromatic, and while it has a pleasant fragrance, humans can enjoy it and lather on their food. Wasps and mosquitoes don’t like it, so it is a true win-win.
So, after you check for burn restrictions to ensure it’s safe to have a bonfire, pick up some rosemary and toss it in the fire. Let us know of the results!