There are a wide variety of basil plants, all of which provide some relief from the flying pests, but lemon basil and cinnamon basil are the most effective. (dogingtonpost.com)
I actually have a giant basil plant in my garden so I would love to try it with some fresh pesto and veggies! (eatingbirdfood.com)
When I was growing basil over the summer, I collected leaves from my one little basil plant for a few days to make a homemade pesto. (farmflavor.com)