Overview

• A £1.38 peppermint oil from Asda is being promoted for use in diluted sprays, diffusers, or soaked cotton buds to discourage spiders from corners, sills, and carpets.
• Gardening advice highlights English lavender as a strong option, with rosemary and basil also recommended for positioning by doors, windows, and bright indoor spots.
• Further plant options cited include marigolds, citronella, mint, and chrysanthemums, while evidence does not support using conkers.
• Practical steps include decluttering, frequent vacuuming and dusting, sealing cracks, letting in natural light, drawing chalk lines on entry points, and keeping outdoor foliage and wood piles away from walls.
• Activity typically rises from early September to mid-October as males roam in search of females, and although the UK has 650+ species, only about a dozen can cause harm; experts suggest humane capture and release when spiders are found indoors.