This plant is the best poisonous bait for the Colorado potato beetle: now nothing is scary for potatoes

22.05.2023 08:26

Gardeners consider the Colorado potato beetle to be one of the most dangerous pests, which can cause serious damage to potato crops.

To protect a potato plantation from the invasion of insects and beetles, it is necessary to take a number of measures, and one of these methods will be planting fragrant tobacco.

Why do you need fragrant tobacco in your garden?

The benefit of this plant is that it is quite resistant to diseases and pests.

Fragrant tobacco contains phytoncides, which can repel harmful insects.

Their action will repel pests from the plant itself and other plantings.

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What does fragrant tobacco smell like?

This beautiful plant is grown by some for decorative purposes. But the main advantage of fragrant tobacco is its aroma. It is similar to the aroma of violets.

The benefits of fragrant tobacco for potatoes

If you are tired of fighting potato bugs, then a solution has been found – fragrant tobacco will help you out.

Plant this plant together with potatoes to forget about the Colorado potato beetle forever.

You won't have to be distracted by the tedious collection of beetles. This plant is not afraid of rain and sun. Just plant fragrant tobacco in such quantity that there are enough flowers for all the beetles.

Use various methods to combat the Colorado potato beetle, and only a comprehensive approach will ensure reliable protection of plantings from pests.

Elena Gutyro Author: Elena Gutyro Internet resource editor


Content
  1. Why do you need fragrant tobacco in your garden?
  2. What does fragrant tobacco smell like?
  3. The benefits of fragrant tobacco for potatoes