Not too surprising, as both smoke, and many different herbs, are natural pest repellents. Bay leaves, lavender, thyme, etc., might do a good job here too, but

Not too surprising, as both smoke, and many different herbs, are natural pest repellents. Bay leaves, lavender, thyme, etc., might do a good job here too, but of course cannot compete with the availability of pre-shredded tobacco bits in the city.