Many have probably noticed that experienced gardeners always have a fairly large number of marigolds planted on their plots.
And this is not at all because these flowers are so attractive.
The fact is that they can be actively used for various purposes, reminds the expert of the online publication "BelNovosti", scientist-agronomist and landscape designer Anastasia Kovrizhnykh .
For example, planting marigolds is an excellent way to reduce the number of insects.
What pests are afraid of marigolds?
This flower can often be seen near strawberries. This is because the plant effectively copes with the weevil. Marigolds can also be planted near cabbage. This will protect the plantings from cabbage whites and cutworms.
It is also worth planting marigolds to protect against the onion fly, which causes great damage to the crop.
It is especially useful to plant flowers near potatoes. This will significantly reduce the risk of the Colorado potato beetle and mole cricket appearing. Marigolds are also effective in combating nematodes. Even wireworms are afraid of marigolds.
It is also worth knowing that marigolds are effective in the fight against aphids.
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Expert: Anastasia Kovrizhnykh
