Caterpillars Won't Touch Cabbage: Plant These Plants Nearby
The heads of cabbage do not need to be treated with chemicals.
Not every gardener wants to spray their plants with poisons to deal with voracious pests.
The case with caterpillars and cabbage is no exception. Green soap does not always save. For example, after rain, you have to repeat the treatment.
There is a more effective way to protect cabbage from caterpillars. To do this, you need to plant "special" plants next to the bed that will scare away the pests.
Butterflies that lay eggs cannot stand the smell of calendula and marigolds. These plants have pronounced repellent properties.
How does it work? Calendula and marigolds release phytoncides into the air, which helps reduce the number of butterflies. Having smelled the smell, they will not lay their larvae on the cabbage, so the problem with caterpillars will be solved.
In addition to calendula and marigolds, basil, mint, dill, sage, and fennel are planted to protect against butterflies.
