How did those flies get inside? They are tricky little devils! Flies are repelled by the herb thyme—so if you want to keep them outside, fill a plant mister with a cup of thyme tea (brew a teaspoon of dried thyme in an eight-ounce cup of just-boiled water for five minutes…let cool) and spray doors, window frames, countertops…wherever the flies tend to congregate. You can use it every day, if need be—it’s free of chemicals and harsh smells. But flies hate it and will think twice before sneaking into your home.
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