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moths

(6 Posts)
Morgana Tue 18-Jul-17 16:28:55

Have a friend who is plagued with moths in her house and garden. Any suggestions?

ninathenana Tue 18-Jul-17 16:31:19

Yes, run like hell !!!

Sorry Morgana wink

Primrose65 Tue 18-Jul-17 16:37:06

A can of Raid and pop all the cashmere in the freezer?

Ana Tue 18-Jul-17 16:40:02

They can't be the same type of moth if they're both inside and outside, surely? confused

TriciaF Tue 18-Jul-17 17:05:31

Inside and outside - check to see if they're on any plants first.
We usually get some called pantry moths - they lay eggs in dried fruit and nuts, flour etc.
I haven't seen any yet this year.

Moocow Tue 18-Jul-17 18:09:02

Does your friend have trees very near the house? Only ask because we do and I was wondering if that is the cause of ours as neighbour doesn't and has no problem with moths. If I'm allowed to say, Lakeland, then tell her to have a look at their products. The fabric and carpets spray if used consistently after having a really thorough spring clean helps with indoor ones but I've had to go the expensive route and buy the wardrobe and draw sachets too. Also keep lavender sachets in cupboards which is expensive but lasts a lot longer.

I'm always on the lookout for ways to keep them at bay and cheap lavender. I can't plant any in the garden, long boring tale.