Do citronella candles work!

Answer 1

Most people agree that citronella helps fight off mosquitoes, but not much. Here is what FAQ Farmer Marcy had to say: "Citronella is OK. The problem with this is, if there is the slightest breeze it can certainly affect what it's suppose to do. Many people don't care for the smell of it and if some people have Allergies it can bother them." Here is what gardening expert Walter Reeves said about it: "Citronella can reduce the number of bites - but only for people who stand very close to the candle or Tiki torch. If you enjoy smelling like smoke and risking a clothes fire, smoke-generating mosquito products might be for you."

Answer 2

In Europe Citronella has not been registered under the Biocidal Products Directive and so it cannot be used legally as an insecticide. However, if you put it in a candle as a fragrance and not claim it to be an insecticide, it will still deter insects and be perfectly legal! Welcome to the wonderful world of EU chemical legislation.

Answer 3

Yes. Studies have shown that Citronella collars can be even more effective than Shock Collars. The Effectiveness rates were as follows:

Ultrasonic anti-bark collars 20% effective

Shock anti-bark collars 44% effective

Citronella anti-bark collar 89% effective

The main disadvantage of Spray Collars is that they must be refilled periodically. They also come in other scents.

Answer 4

The Citronella anti-bark collars do work in most cases as they interrupt the dogs barking however whether this leads to a reduction in barking even when not wearing the collar is dependant on the breed and temperament of the dog.

Answer 5

The candles work pretty good for just about all flying insects

Answer 6

"A citronella collar, which teaches dogs not to bark by spraying strong-smelling citronella, has been rated by users as just as effective as a shock collar but much more humane."

Answer 7

Yes, but not very well when it's windy outside.