Although appetizing and with expectations of great experiences that await us, summer days are also a time for thousands of insects that crowd into our daily lives, regardless of whether we have invited them or not. Having secured our garden gazebo netting, we feel prepared to deal with that threat, but sadly it is often not enough. The gazebo dome, as well as its corners, are favorite places for flies to congregate and getting rid of them is often a tedious and fruitless process. However, you don’t have to worry, because with these simple methods, the insects would not dare to come near it anymore.

It is worth mentioning, for starters, that it is important to look carefully first and see if you can find what attracts flies and get rid of it. If nothing is obvious, you can proceed with one or a combination of the following methods.

One of the most effective, natural, and easy ways to keep the pesky little things out is to plant basil bushes around the gazebo as close together as possible. The aroma is not only invigorating, but also practical and useful in your summer kitchen. Fresh cut basil is a great addition to any salad! Apart from that, the smell of the plant is for some reason unpleasant for flies and other insects. Plant enough of these and you’re in for a bug-free experience.

There are simple custom made fly traps that often do the job when placed near your gazebo.

• Mix a tablespoon or more of apple cider vinegar, orange juice, or wine with some dish soap. Put it in a deep jar or plate and cover it with a lid in which you have made a few holes in advance. It will act as a magnet for the flies and the only thing you will have to do in case they keep coming is to change the trap every so often, when it is full.
• Another effective mix for the jar trap above is 3 cups of water, a quarter cup of sugar, and a quarter cup of white vinegar. Mix well, pour, poke holes in the lid, and place in the designated place.
• A simple trap for fruit flies and other insects, if you’re not willing to bother too much, is to leave a small amount of wine in the bottom of a tall bottle.

Of course, don’t forget about the old fly spray and use the gazebo netting as often as possible, as well as keeping the interior clean. And as another alternative or something to combine with the other methods, leave a citronella candle burning for about an hour before you go to use your gazebo.