Calendula can often be found in the plots of experienced gardeners, as this unpretentious flower has a significant positive effect on overall crop yields.
If you are still not planting this plant, then you should familiarize yourself with its main advantages.
Why is it worth planting calendula in your garden?
Wireworm remedy
There are many ways to combat this pest, but it is best to combine several methods to increase efficiency, says Anastasia Kovrizhnykh, an expert at the online publication BelNovosti, an agronomist and landscape designer.
For example, a potato bed can be "covered" around the perimeter with calendula. You can also plant the flower between the rows.
With this approach, the wireworm will have no chance to ruin your root crop.
Aphid bait
If you want to make sure that aphids do not touch your plantings, it is worth planting more calendula nearby. The flower does not require special attention or fertile soil.
The aphids will show interest in the flower and will not touch the berries.
Green manure
Calendula can also be used as green manure. To do this, you need to crush the flowers and add them to the ground when digging the soil.
Roots are also used in this case.
As a result, the area will become more fertile.
