To keep flies away outside, several effective natural and practical methods can be used: Plants and Herbs
Planting herbs and flowers that repel flies is a natural way to create a fly- free zones. Effective plants include basil, rosemary, lavender, marigolds, peppermint, and citronella

. These can be planted around patios, garden borders, or outdoor dining areas. Scents and Essential Oils
Using sprays or candles made from essential oils like citronella, eucalyptus, lavender, or incense can repel flies due to their strong scents that flies dislike

. Physical Barriers and Environmental Controls

• Hanging clear plastic bags half-filled with water and pennies can repel flies by distorting light, which causes them distress

• Installing fans to create airflow keeps flies away since they are weak flyers and avoid breezy areas

• Covering fruit and vegetable patches with netting and using fly screens on doors and windows prevent flies from entering

Cleanliness and Reducing Attractants

• Keeping garbage cans clean and tightly sealed is critical, as flies are attracted to decaying matter and waste

• Regularly cleaning up pet feces and animal waste reduces breeding grounds for flies

• Eliminating standing water prevents flies from laying eggs

Traps and Other Methods

• Fly traps (using attractant liquids or powders) and sticky fly paper can capture and reduce fly populations outdoors

• Homemade traps using sugar water or mixtures of milk, sugar, and pepper also attract and trap flies

• Using yellow or blue light bulbs strategically can either repel or attract flies away from areas you want to keep fly-free

Combining these methods-planting repellent herbs, maintaining cleanliness, using physical barriers, and employing traps-provides the best results for keeping flies away outside.