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Old 26-06-2012, 09:00 PM posted to uk.rec.gardening
David WE Roberts[_4_] David WE Roberts[_4_] is offline
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Default Fly-Midge repellent


"RiversideRed" wrote in message
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Hi, We are swarmed with Midge and an array of almost invisible white fly,
all brands of repellent seem to only attract
them. Has anyone any tips on avoiding these pests, I have thought of
lighting an oily rag whilst working,but it would probably only choke me.
Mike Northumberland.


50/50 mix of Dettol (or Savlon) and baby oil to coat exposed skin.
Works on the midge - tested it in Scotland last year.

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Helmuth von Moltke the Elder

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