Overview

• Experts highlight lavender’s essential oils, linalool and camphor, for overwhelming wasps’ sensitive scent detection
• Low-maintenance lavender thrives in full sun and dry soil and can be grown from seed for as little as 49p
• Home gardeners are advised to combine lavender with mint, thyme or lemongrass to create a layered aromatic barrier
• Peppermint oil applications and spices like cinnamon or cloves can be deployed in cotton balls or sprays for extra DIY protection
• Professional nest removal can cost up to £241, prompting many to adopt affordable planting strategies