10 All-Natural, Research-Backed Ways to Reduce Ticks & Mosquitoes in New Jersey
Updated for 2025
Family-safe • Pet-safe • Pollinator-friendly • Designed for NJ yards
2025 New Jersey Health Update: NJ continues to report increasing Lyme disease cases and renewed West Nile activity. Consistent prevention is one of the most effective ways to protect your family.
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1. Cedar Oil – New Jersey’s Most Effective Natural Yard Treatment
Cedar oil is widely recognized as one of the best natural options for tick and mosquito control. It disrupts pests’ ability to breathe and communicate, while remaining safe for children, pets, and beneficial insects when applied correctly.
Helpful NJ Tip: Add a cedar mulch border (2–3 feet) around patios, swing sets, and play areas to create a natural deterrent that ticks avoid.
2. NJ-Friendly Plants That Help Repel Ticks & Mosquitoes Naturally
These plants release natural aromatic compounds that pests avoid. They grow well in New Jersey’s climate and are a simple way to create a healthier outdoor environment.
3. Encourage Beneficial Wildlife That Reduces Pests
Several native species play an important role in reducing tick and mosquito populations in New Jersey. Supporting these species can improve your yard’s natural balance.
4. Food-Grade Diatomaceous Earth
Diatomaceous Earth (DE) works by dehydrating ticks after they walk across treated areas. It’s a chemical-free option that can be used around foundations, sheds, and play areas when applied in a very light layer.
5. Essential Oils Recognized by CDC for Repellent Use in 2025
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) continues to list several naturally derived ingredients as effective repellents when used properly. While they are not pesticides, these oils have been studied for their ability to keep biting insects away.
CDC-recognized natural repellent ingredients include:
These ingredients can be effective for on-skin protection, but yard-wide coverage usually requires a broader, consistent approach.
6. Beneficial Nematodes & BTI Treatments
Beneficial nematodes target tick larvae in soil, while BTI (Bacillus thuringiensis israelensis) is a safe, naturally occurring bacterium commonly used by NJ counties to reduce mosquito larvae in standing water. Both are environmentally friendly and safe for pets, wildlife, and pollinators.
7–10. Four Free Habits That Help Reduce Pests Significantly
A Realistic Perspective for NJ Families
Natural DIY steps make a meaningful difference — but most families still miss hidden areas or struggle to stay consistent during peak season.
Professional natural yard treatments offer more complete, season-long coverage for families who want stronger, low-maintenance protection.
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Hi, I’m Laurie — the founder of Bite Back. I started this company because I wanted something safe and effective around my own kids, pets, and garden.
We use the same all-natural cedar-oil formula I trust in my own yard. If you don’t see a significant reduction in ticks and mosquitoes, we’ll return at no charge.
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