Not only do neither of the mint varieties deter mice, but the plants can be invasive in many areas, spreading quickly through rhizomes. The plants can become leggy as well. Mint needs full sun or partial shade to thrive, meaning that it would not grow well on the shady, north-facing side of your house. read more
why peppermint oil to repel mice is the better choice Peppermint oil really does work to repel mice, especially when used as a preventive measure. Plus it’s a non-toxic, pet and child friendly way to keep those pesky critters out of your house. read more
The reason why peppermint oil is assumed to be a great mouse repellent is because in high concentrations peppermint can be quite potent, and mice (and rats) have a very sensitive sense of smell. However, if you really think about it, logically, rats and mice live in all areas including sewers. read more