Dr Ted Edwards, former Australian National Insect Collection (ANIC) Lepidopterist; Honorary Fellow CSIRO's Australian National Insect Collection: "Traditional moth balls are also effective, but they contain toxic chemicals, so instead consider using natural alternatives like sachets of dried lavender... bay leaves."
Our Botanicals are Backed by Science: The Journal of Economic Entomology and Amer The Journal of Forestry and Ecological Management Products The Journal of Insect Science The Journal of Molecular Science The Journal of Pest Management Science The Journal of Pharmaceutical and Biomedical Analysis The Journal of Pharmacognosy and Phytochemistry
We Grow and Harvest Our Own Botanicals to Reduce Biosecurity Risk of imported Plant Matter
https://www.agriculture.gov.au/sites/default/files/sitecollectiondocuments/biosecurity/import/general-info/qtfp/biosecurity-risk-treatment-guide.pdf [Sited 28 Jan 2026]
Our Botanicals are Naturally Aromatic, Pollinator Friendly and Drought Tolerant too 🐝
https://www.agriculture.gov.au/about/news/supporting-pollinators-to-strengthen-ag [Sited 28 Jan 2026]