UK homeowners told to scatter used tea bags around their house next week

UK homeowners told to scatter used tea bags around their house next week

UK households are being urged to leave peppermint tea bags dotted around their house next week if they don't want spiders coming in . Mating season for the eight-legged creatures starts late August and typically lasts until the middle of October.

During that period, male spiders leave their webs in search of a mate and enter homes more frequently. The most common species that many people in the UK will usually see in their homes over the coming weeks are house spiders, lace money spiders, and cellar spiders.

All are harmless and are simply trying to live by following their natural instincts. The males tend to be more active and constantly on the go, which makes them stand out more.

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